F&B Support Expert

Start your journey with us

Can you imagine waking up to the sound of silence where the horizon stretches endlessly and the desert whispers stories of centuries past? Welcome to Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, a timeless sanctuary hidden among the rolling dunes of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.

Here, every sunrise paints the sands in gold, and every moment invites you to slow down and reconnect with nature, with purpose, and with yourself. Among lush palm groves and desert wildlife, our 42 private pool villas offer a world apart, a place where luxury feels natural and authenticity breathes in every detail, from handcrafted interiors to views that blur the line between sky and earth.

Our story is one of heritage, passion, and belonging, and now, it could be yours too. Join a team that brings the spirit of Arabia to life, crafting experiences as unforgettable as the desert itself.

Love what you do even more

At Marriott, we believe exceptional guest experiences begin with how we treat our associates. At Al Maha, you’ll become part of a close-knit family that values passion, purpose, and pride in what we do.

We’re looking for talented and dedicated individuals to join our team, and in return, we offer you the following:

• A career with limitless horizons, from the golden dunes of Al Maha to over 8,000 Marriott hotels worldwide, where new opportunities await.
• Professional growth and mentorship guided by some of the region’s most accomplished hoteliers.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including on-property accommodation and full-board meals.
• Exclusive Marriott privileges, discounted stays and dining, plus special rates for friends and family.
• Comprehensive medical and life insurance coverage.
• All the tools, resources, and support you need to excel every day.

Our expectations from the role

Our jobs aren’t just about putting food on the table that our guests will enjoy until they ask for their bill. Instead, we want to build an experience that is memorable and unique – with food and drinks on the side. Our F&B Support Experts take the initiative and deliver a wide range of services to make sure food and beverage operations run smoothly.

Whether setting tables, assisting the kitchen, or cleaning work areas and replenishing supplies, the F&B Support Expert provides the support that makes transactions feel like part of the experience.

No matter what position you are in, there are a few things that are critical to success – creating a safe workplace, following company policies and procedures, upholding quality standards, and ensuring your uniform, personal appearance, and communications are professional. Doing all these things well (and other reasonable job duties as requested) is critical for F&B Support Experts – to get it right for our guests and our business each and every time.

Critical competencies

• Interpersonal skills: Teamwork, communication, listening, English language proficiency
• Personal attributes: Dependability, positive demeanor, integrity, safety orientation, stress tolerance, adaptability/flexibility
• Organization: Multi-tasking, information retention

Preferred qualifications

• Education: Higher education, diploma or equivalent
• Related work experience: No related work experience is required; previous experience in a food and beverage environment preferred
• Supervisory experience: No supervisory experience is required

Critical tasks

Guest relations

• Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
• Welcome and acknowledge every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible.
• Anticipate guests' service needs, including asking questions of guests to better understand their needs and watching/listening to guest preferences and acting on them whenever possible.
• Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell.

General food and beverage services

• Maintain cleanliness of work and guest areas by clearing, collecting, and returning food and beverage items to proper area throughout the day, practicing clean-as-you-go procedures.
• Set tables according to type of event and service standards, including types of linens, glassware, plate/chinaware, and silver/flatware, ensuring all supplies meet quality standards.
• Pick up trays and clean tables as needed to ensure a clean dining area.
• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food.
• Inspect the cleanliness and presentation of all china, glass, and silver prior to use.
• Requisition all necessary supplies, specifically bottle-for-bottle liquor restock, transporting supplies from storeroom to bar set-up area as required.

Opening/closing

• Complete scheduled inventories (e.g., opening inventory) of supplies, food, and liquor to check stock and requisition necessary supplies.
• Complete closing duties, including storing all reusable goods, breaking down goods, cleaning all equipment and areas, returning equipment to proper locations, locking refrigerators, restocking items, turning off lights, locking doors, and completing daily cleaning checklist.

Communication

• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate, and professional language.
• Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property.

Working with others

• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.
• Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.

Quality assurance/quality improvement

• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

Safety and security

• Report work-related accidents or other injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager/supervisor.
• Follow company and department safety and security policies and procedures to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment.
• Identify and correct unsafe work procedures or conditions and/or report them to management and security/safety personnel.
• Use proper equipment, wear appropriate personal protective clothing (PPE), and employ correct lifting procedures, as necessary, to avoid injury.
• Follow property-specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters).
• Follow policies and procedures for the safe operation and storage of tools, equipment, and machines.
• Complete appropriate safety training and certifications to perform work tasks.

Policies and procedures

• Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
• Follow company and department policies and procedures.
• Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional, and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
• Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by supervisors.

In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, with over 120 properties in more than 35 countries, offers the promise of authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. Our more than 100 years of experience, beginning in 1906 under the Italian CIGA brand – a collection of Europe's most celebrated and iconic properties – serves as a solid foundation as we continuously evolve to exceed the desires of the luxury traveler.

From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale – a portal to the destination’s cultural charms and treasures. If you are someone with an appreciation for evocative storytelling, a keen interest and passion for this destination's heritage, and a desire to deliver genuine, personalized, and anticipatory hospitality, then we invite you on our journey.

In joining The Luxury Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.