Bar Host/Hostess
About the job
The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel belonging to Marriott International, is currently recruiting for a Bar Hoste/Hostess.
The Bar Hoste/Hostess will report to the Bar Manager and she/he will be part of a F&B department.
This is a seasonal full time role (5 working days, 2 days off - H 12:30 - 21:00)
Period: May- October/November 2026
This is a great opportunity to work in a place of exceptional art and elegance, where history and culture are met with renewed Venetian style. The Gritti is known for impassioned service, a delectable culinary experience and an intimate wellness haven. The reference point for the world's elite at international city events such as the Biennale, Carnival and the Venice Film Festival.
What we offer
- Professional career progression at international level in 9000 Marriott hotels
- Learning and development opportunities online, on the job and in class
- Discounts on hotel rooms, gift shop items, food and beverage
- Experienced management & motivated and engaging colleagues
- Charity events, Wellbeing activities and voluntary work in the community of Venice through the TakeCare program
- Canteen service and uniform
What you’ll do
- Ensure guests are welcomed in a warm and professional manner and supervise the entrance of the restaurant
- Manage the reservations by phone, by email and face to face, recording guests’ preferences
- Answer, record, and process all guest calls, messages, requests, questions, or concerns
- Possess comprehensive knowledge of the menu content.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of all standards
- Liaising with Event and the restaurant team for special events and occasions
- Liaising with other departments (F&B, Sales and Front Office) for VIP guests and special celebrations
- Supply guests with directions and information regarding the restaurant and the hotel
- Provides support regarding any reasonable task requested by the Management
What we’re looking for
- Fluent English and Italian are required
- Understanding of luxury hospitality F&B operations
- Experience in the same role in fine dining restaurants would be an advantage
- A warm, people-oriented demeanor
- A team-player attitude
- Positive outlook and dependability
- Excellent personal presentation and interpersonal skills.
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.
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.
- Department: F&B service
About you
- Language required: Italian.
The company
Overlooking the Grand Canal in the heart of Venice, The Gritti Palace boasts one of the most enthralling views of the lagoon city - from the island of San Giorgio Maggiore past landmarks Punta della Dogana and Santa Maria della Salute Basilica to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection. Dating to 1475, this noble palace and luxury 5-star hotel is a place of exceptional art and elegance that has retained its reassuringly intimate and familiar feel of a private residence. A historical treasure where heritage and culture blend with renewed Venetian style, our hotel is a refined version of its iconic self, offering attentive service, a delectable culinary experience and new avenues for relaxation and pleasure. From the design of its signature suites and iconic terraces to the Gritti Epicurean School, Riva Yacht experiences and Riva Lounge and the Gritti SPA branded by Sisley Paris, The Gritti Palace is where multiple generations of elite global influencers gather to explore, taste, and celebrate.
