About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Join Our Team in JLT: Bring Your Restaurant Skills to Life!
Craving a fresh start in Dubai’s buzzing hospitality scene? Whether you love interacting with guests, expertly handling a cash register, or perfecting recipes behind the scenes, we’ve got a place for you. Our vibrant restaurant in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) is searching for passionate team members — from waiters and cashiers to kitchen helpers and skilled cooks — who are ready to make every dining experience memorable. If you thrive in fast-paced, friendly environments and want to be part of a crew that takes pride in top-notch service, read on.
About Us
Tucked among JLT’s gleaming towers and lakeside walkways, our restaurant has become a favourite local spot for its welcoming atmosphere and diverse menu. What sets us apart? It’s our people—some have been with us since day one, others joined for the career growth and stayed for the family vibe. We believe great food is just the start; it’s the laughter from regulars, the buzz during a busy lunch, and those after-hours staff meals that make working here special. Don’t be surprised if you’re roped into a “friendly” cook-off or a coffee break debate about the best shawarma in town!
What You’ll Be Doing
Depending on which role fits you best, your days could include:
- Welcoming diners with a genuine smile and guiding them through our menu with confidence and care (Waiter/Waitress)
- Efficiently taking orders, ringing up sales, and balancing the till with eagle-eyed accuracy (Cashier)
- Assisting with food prep, ingredient chopping, and keeping the kitchen sparkling clean for the team (Kitchen Helper)
- Cooking up everything from quick breakfasts to signature dinner specials—always focusing on great taste, consistency, and presentation (Cook/Chef)
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and safety both on the floor and in the kitchen
- Collaborating with team members to keep the restaurant running smoothly during busy spells
- Rolling up your sleeves to help wherever needed—we’re all in this together!
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- Currently based in the UAE (essential)
- Previous experience in a restaurant or food service environment, tailored to the role you’re applying for
- Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a knack for teamwork
- Commitment to excellent customer service and upholding hygiene standards
- Basic conversational English (enough to communicate with guests and teammates)
- Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including weekends or evenings
Nice-to-Haves:
- Additional languages (especially Arabic, Hindi, or Tagalog) are a big plus
- Familiarity with POS systems (for cashier roles)
- Experience working in busy, multicultural settings
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive, timely salary and regular staff meals (we’re foodies, after all!)
- Central JLT location—easy to reach by metro or bus
- Warm, supportive management that roots for your professional growth
- Opportunities to cross-train and develop new skills
- Team celebrations, recognition for hard work, and the occasional friendly kitchen challenge
- Genuine camaraderie—no one is just a “number” here
- Uniforms and staff discounts (plus, you’ll never go home hungry)
There’s no such thing as a dull shift with us. If you’re ready to build lasting friendships and shape the next chapter of your F&B journey, we can’t wait to meet you.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk me through your previous experience in restaurant or food service settings, and which roles you’ve enjoyed most?
- How do you ensure accuracy and efficiency when taking and processing customer orders, either as a waiter or cashier?
- Tell me about a time you handled a rush period in a busy restaurant. What strategies did you use to stay organized and maintain quality service?
- If you’re preparing a dish for the first time, how do you make sure it meets the restaurant’s standards for taste, presentation, and safety?
- Have you used any point-of-sale (POS) systems before? If so, which ones, and what features did you find most helpful?
- What steps do you take daily to maintain hygiene and cleanliness in your workspace, whether on the restaurant floor or in the kitchen?
- Imagine a diner approaches you with a complaint. How would you handle the situation to turn their experience around?
- Give an example of how you’ve supported a teammate or went out of your way to help during a hectic shift.
- How do you adapt your communication style when interacting with guests or colleagues from different cultural backgrounds?
- In this environment, flexibility is key—how do you manage frequent shift changes or last-minute requests?
- Our team values a positive atmosphere, even on tough days. How do you help to keep energy high and teammates motivated?
- Describe how you handled learning something entirely new on the job. What helped you succeed?
- What attracted you to our restaurant in particular, and how do you see yourself contributing to our unique culture?
- When you think about professional growth in the hospitality industry, what skills are you most excited to develop next?