Guest Arrival Expert- Hostess
Marriott InternationalJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
Marriott International is hiring a Guest Arrival Expert Hostess in Dubai for a full-time onsite role that makes every guest’s arrival and departure memorable. You’ll move through the space, handle guest requests, support operations, complete reports, and share local highlights as part of the experience. Success rests on safety, policy adherence, confidentiality, protecting assets, quality standards, and maintaining a polished appearance and professional communications. The role requires standing and moving for extended periods and lifting up to 50 pounds without assistance (more with assistance). Education is a high school diploma or GED; no prior experience or supervisory duties are required. To apply, highlight genuine hospitality instincts, reliability, teamwork, and a calm, guest-centric approach, and tailor your resume to show guest service, safety, and discreet communication. Also mention willingness to work onsite in Dubai and to learn Marriott standards and local area knowledge.
POSITION SUMMARY
First impressions are everything. When guests arrive at our hotels, we want that impression to be memorable. The same goes for departures. When guests leave, we want them to go with a smile and a feeling that we were there for them throughout their stay. We want to build an experience that is memorable and unique from start to finish. Our Guest Arrival Experts take the initiative to deliver a wide range of services that guide guests through their arrival and departure experiences. They are empowered to move about their space and do what needs to be done. Whether processing operational needs, addressing guest requests, completing reports, or sharing the highlights of the local area, the Guest Arrival Expert 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, maintaining confidentiality, protecting company assets, upholding quality standards, and ensuring your uniform, personal appearance, and communications are professional. Guest Arrival Experts will be on their feet and moving around (stand, sit, or walk for an extended time) and taking a hands-on approach to work (move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance and objects weighing more than 75 pounds with assistance.. Doing all these things well (and other reasonable job duties as requested) is critical for Guest Arrival Experts – to get it right for our guests and our business each and every time.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Related Work Experience: No related work experience.
Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
License or Certification: None
At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.