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Host/Hostess

On-site in Santa Cruz de Tenerife·Added 2 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Overview

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On-site, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Spanish
Fluent
English
Required

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Requirements

What we're looking for

What We Are Looking For...

Are you passionate about gastronomy, hospitality, and delivering an exceptional guest experience?

We are looking for someone with a genuine passion for hospitality, excellent personal presentation, strong attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and a natural, professional communication style.

What We Expect From You...

  • A natural ability to communicate, creating a sense of trust, elegance, and warmth from the very first interaction.
  • A genuine passion for hospitality and exceptional guest service.
  • Previous experience as a Hostess, Restaurant Receptionist, Guest Relations professional, or in a similar position within luxury hotels, fine-dining restaurants, or high-end hospitality establishments.
  • Excellent personal presentation and a professional attitude.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly in dynamic and demanding environments.
  • A team-oriented mindset and the ability to communicate effectively with different departments.
  • A genuine passion for delivering personalized, attentive, and precise service.
  • The ability to remain calm, composed, discreet, and solution-oriented in different situations.
  • Fluent communication skills in English and Spanish. Additional languages will be considered an advantage.
  • Valid authorization to work in Spain.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

What We Offer...

  • An attractive salary above market standards.
  • The opportunity to travel the world with special rates at more than 9,500 Marriott hotels through the "Explore Rate" program, also available for family members, partners, and parents.
  • Enjoy our culinary offerings with a 20% discount at our hotels and a 50% discount at the resort.
  • Up to 75% off flights for employees residing in Tenerife.
  • Corporate benefits and discounts on leisure activities and travel.
  • A special birthday gift.
  • The opportunity to enjoy the resort as a guest after one year of service - a truly unique experience.
  • An additional holiday bonus payment.
  • Innovative training programs and professional development opportunities.
  • Career growth opportunities within an international company.
  • Complimentary meals in the Employee Dining Room.
  • Uniform and uniform cleaning provided.
  • Employee celebrations and events, including outings, anniversaries, and special weeks.
  • Activities and initiatives that contribute to the local community.

The role

HOSTESS - VERDE MAR JOIN OUR TEAM!

Verde Mar is a restaurant where hospitality, quality, and a carefully curated culinary offering come together to create memorable dining experiences. We are committed to providing exceptional service, paying attention to every detail, and offering our guests a warm and personalized welcome from the moment they arrive.

Join our team as a Hostess at Verde Mar!

As a Hostess at Verde Mar, you will play a key role in shaping the guest experience from the very first interaction. You will be part of a professional team committed to excellence, ensuring every guest receives a warm, elegant, and personalized welcome while contributing to a memorable dining experience.

What you'll do

Your Responsibilities Include...

  • Welcome and greet guests with warmth, elegance, and professionalism, creating an excellent first impression.
  • Manage guest reception and escort guests to their tables in accordance with the restaurant's service standards.
  • Manage and organize reservations, arrivals, table assignments, and changes throughout the service.
  • Maintain an up-to-date understanding of table availability and the restaurant layout to optimize the flow of service.
  • Communicate and coordinate closely with the Front of House team, kitchen, reservations, and other departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
  • Handle telephone calls, guest enquiries, and requests with professionalism, discretion, and efficiency.
  • Manage waiting times and communicate estimated times clearly while maintaining a positive, guest-focused attitude.
  • Identify and communicate guest preferences, special occasions, dietary requirements, and any other relevant information to the appropriate team members.
  • Develop a strong knowledge of the restaurant's culinary concept, products, ingredients, and philosophy to provide guests with accurate and relevant information.
  • Maintain a warm and professional relationship with guests throughout their experience, anticipating their needs whenever possible.
  • Handle special requests and guest concerns with empathy, discretion, and a solution-oriented approach, involving the appropriate manager when necessary.
  • Ensure that the reception area, entrance, and guest-facing spaces are always clean, organized, and presented according to the restaurant's standards.
  • Support the Front of House team with any additional tasks required to ensure the smooth running of the service.
  • Actively contribute to maintaining the restaurant's quality and service standards, paying attention to every detail of the guest experience.

Hiring process

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  1. Application

  2. Phone screen

    With a Talent Acquisition · Phone call

    An initial conversation about the role and your job history to determine fit.

  3. Interviews

    One or several behavioural interviews, by phone, video or in person depending on the opportunity.

  4. Assessment

    Not every role

    Checks whether your experience and technical skills meet the role's requirements; for some roles it is part of the application, for others it comes between interview stages.

  5. Final review and offer · With a hiring manager

  • Interview questions are behavioural, about your specific experience.
  • Prepare your own questions: candidates are interviewing Marriott too.

About Marriott International

Marriott International is one of the world's largest hospitality companies, operating a portfolio of over 8,700 properties across more than 30 brands in 139 countries and territories. The company manages a diverse range of hotel brands from luxury properties like The Ritz-Carlton, EDITION, and W Hotels to premium and select-service brands, and also operates the Marriott Bonvoy travel program. With over 400,000 associates worldwide, Marriott is a global leader in the hospitality industry, known for its scale, brand diversity, and commitment to guest satisfaction.

In Spain, Marriott operates a significant number of properties, including the iconic Hotel Arts Barcelona, The Madrid EDITION, and The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama. The company's Spanish presence is substantial, with hotels in major cities like Barcelona, Madrid, Ibiza, and Tenerife, offering roles in food & beverage, rooms, finance, and human resources. For international professionals, Marriott provides a structured environment with clear career paths, internal mobility opportunities, and a global network that can facilitate relocation within the company. The company's scale and brand recognition make it an attractive employer for those seeking to build a career in hospitality in Spain.

Industry
Hospitality
Founded
1927
Employees
100,000+
Headquarters
Bethesda, USA
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Ibiza and 1 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Marriott operates in over 130 countries, offering potential for internal transfers and global career mobility.
  • The company has a well-defined internal mobility program, allowing employees to apply for positions in different countries, including Spain.
  • Marriott offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and travel discounts.
  • The company is known for its strong culture of 'putting people first', which can be a positive factor for international hires.
  • Marriott has a structured training and development program, including the Marriott Voyager program for leadership development.

In their own words

About the company & team

Have We Inspired You?

If you are passionate about hospitality, enjoy interacting with people, and take pride in delivering excellent service, we would love to hear from you.

Apply to join the team at Verde Mar and help create memorable dining experiences for our guests.

We value diversity and promote an inclusive, people-centered culture based on respect and equal opportunities. We are committed to non-discrimination on the basis of disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable law.

We believe people thrive when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful, and compassionate.

Every day, we strive to deliver exceptional service and take pride in ensuring our guests feel comfortable, valued, and well cared for.

In this role, you will contribute to maintaining Verde Mar's quality and service standards, paying attention to every detail and ensuring a seamless welcome. These values form the foundation of our working culture and help us create positive, lasting experiences.

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills, grow professionally, and become part of a working environment where hospitality, commitment, and teamwork are essential.

At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world's top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful and compassionate.

Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.

Your role will be to ensure that the "Gold Standards" of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo and our Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.

In joining The Ritz-Carlton, 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.

Additional information

All benefits, bonuses, and additional programs are subject to applicable internal regulations and relevant tax and social security legislation. These programs do not constitute a legal entitlement and may be modified by the company at any time.

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