Waiter – Common Grounds, Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi

Common Grounds, the specialty coffee and healthy-eats brand from the EATX family, is opening its first Abu Dhabi location at Yas Mall, and we’re looking for enthusiastic Waiters to join our founding front-of-house team. Known across Dubai for its fresh menu and warm, community-driven cafes, Common Grounds is all about creating lasting experiences for every guest who walks through the door. As a Waiter, you’ll greet and serve guests, guide them through our menu, and help deliver the friendly, attentive service Common Grounds is known for. This is a great opportunity for a service-driven hospitality professional to be part of a brand-new opening and grow with an expanding regional brand.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests, providing a warm and welcoming first impression.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders and relay them promptly to the kitchen and bar.
• Serve food and drinks efficiently while maintaining Common Grounds’ service standards.
• Handle guest questions, requests, and concerns professionally and promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness of the dining area and assist with table turnover.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Waiter/Waitress in a cafe or restaurant environment preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive, guest-first attitude with a genuine passion for hospitality.
• Ability to multitask and stay composed during busy service periods.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

About Common Grounds

Common Grounds is part of the EATX family of hospitality concepts, known for creating neighborhood cafes that combine premium, healthful ingredients with genuine community connection. With an established presence across Dubai — including Mall of the Emirates, DIFC, JLT, JBR Beach, Dubai Hills Mall, UPSIDE, and Kite Beach — Common Grounds is now expanding into Abu Dhabi with a new location at Yas Mall.

Benefits

• Be part of the founding team for a highly anticipated new Abu Dhabi opening.
• Work with a well-established, growing hospitality brand backed by EATX.
• Hands-on training in guest service and hospitality standards.
• A collaborative, people-first culture that values community and personality.
• Opportunities for growth as Common Grounds continues to expand across the UAE.

Application Process

Send your CV to recruitment@eatx.com, noting “Waiter – Yas Mall” in your subject line. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly for the next steps.

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