Service Team Leader / Head Waiter
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About the Role
Noir KSA seeks a Service Team Leader / Head Waiter for a fine dining restaurant in Riyadh. The role involves leading the floor team, ensuring service standards, handling guest concerns, and coaching staff.
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Responsibilities
- Oversee the full service flow during each shift, from setup to closing, ensuring smooth and efficient operations
- Lead and support the service team on the floor — assigning sections, directing captains, and stepping in when needed
- Ensure all service standards, sequences, and fine dining protocols are followed consistently by all team members
- Handle guest concerns and special requests promptly, maintaining composure and professionalism at all times
- Conduct pre shift briefings to align the team on reservations, special occasions, menu updates, and daily priorities
- Monitor table flow and coordinate with the kitchen to ensure timing and quality of service are maintained
- Train and coach team members on the floor, identifying areas for improvement and providing on the spot feedback
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a fine dining or luxury hospitality environment
- At least 1 year in a senior service or team lead role
- Strong knowledge of fine dining etiquette, food and beverage service standards, and wine or beverage basics
- Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a guest first mindset
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Role Brief
- The Service Team Leader sits between the Captain Waiter and the Restaurant Supervisor.
- This role is responsible for leading the floor team during service, ensuring every guest receives a polished and seamless dining experience.
- The Service Team Leader acts as the main link between the service staff and management — coaching the team on the floor, handling guest needs in the moment, and making sure service standards are met consistently.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Oversee the full service flow during each shift, from setup to closing, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
- Lead and support the service team on the floor — assigning sections, directing captains, and stepping in when needed.
- Ensure all service standards, sequences, and fine dining protocols are followed consistently by all team members.
- Handle guest concerns and special requests promptly, maintaining composure and professionalism at all times.
- Conduct pre shift briefings to align the team on reservations, special occasions, menu updates, and daily priorities.
- Monitor table flow and coordinate with the kitchen to ensure timing and quality of service are maintained.
- Train and coach team members on the floor, identifying areas for improvement and providing on the spot feedback.
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a fine dining or luxury hospitality environment, with at least 1 year in a senior service or team lead role.
- Strong knowledge of fine dining etiquette, food and beverage service standards, and wine or beverage basics.
- Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a guest first mindset.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting Salary: SAR 2,800 SAR 3,000 plus FREE shared room, transportation, and 1 duty meal.
Work Location
- Riyadh
- In person
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