Recruitment · Talent Acquisition

Luxury talent.
Global insights.

We connect the world's most demanding hotels, resorts and fine-dining establishments with the hospitality professionals who set their standard — across three continents.

Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab — Burj Al Arab

Since 2022

986 placements · 20 nationalities

By the numbers

Numbers that speak for themselves.

Placements delivered, markets entered and partnerships earned — across the world's most demanding hospitality operators.

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Candidates placed globally

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Nationalities represented

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Ultra-luxury collaborations since 2024

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Candidate CVs in our pool

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Month replacement policy

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Average days to shortlisted candidates

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Continents with active presence

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Ultra-luxury brand partners

Trusted by

The properties where our candidates take their post.

JumeirahAndaz Hotels & ResortsSt Regis DohaEmirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu DhabiOne&OnlyKempinskiMarriott InternationalEmirates Flight CateringJumeirahAndaz Hotels & ResortsSt Regis DohaEmirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu DhabiOne&OnlyKempinskiMarriott InternationalEmirates Flight Catering
Services

A single partner for every hire.

From leadership searches to full-season staffing plans — we cover the recruitment spectrum for ultra-luxury hospitality operators.

01

Executive Search

Confidential searches for General Managers, ExCom and specialist leadership across ultra-luxury hotels and F&B.

02

Permanent Recruitment

Front and heart-of-house permanent hires — from ExCom to line — matched to your property, standards and culture.

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Seasonal Staffing

Fully-mobilised seasonal crews for peak windows, openings and event-driven demand across the Gulf and Europe.

Stories that inspire

From our candidates, at their new post.

Real journeys from Latin America and beyond into the world's most iconic properties — every process 100% free for the candidate.

Laura VegaFrom Qatar to Montenegro

"I started my journey with Marhaba in Qatar — my first steps in Middle East luxury hospitality. Today I'm continuing my career in Montenegro, adding a new country and a new culture to my path. More than a candidate, I'm a friend of the Marhaba house.

Laura Vega

Hospitality Professional

Colombia
Qatar → Montenegro

Etienne JerezFrom Latin America to Abu Dhabi

"From day one I knew I was in good hands. I joined an incredible restaurant team — colleagues from all over the world who became real friends. Being present at the golf tours, living the energy of the tournaments up close… experiences very few get to witness.

Etienne Jerez

F&B, Abu Dhabi Golf Club

Latin America
Abu Dhabi

Robert NietoFrom Colombia to Qatar & Montenegro

"My process was handled with total professionalism from day one. That transparency gave me the confidence to take the leap. Marhaba was my bridge to my first international experience — from Qatar to Europe — 100% free of charge for me as a candidate.

Robert Nieto

Hospitality Professional

Colombia
Qatar → Montenegro

Lina CoronadoFrom Colombia to Abu Dhabi

"After interviews for opportunities in Qatar, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, I found my path. Today I work in a luxury beachfront hotel in Abu Dhabi. I traveled with a colleague I met during the process — together we're building a career in the UAE.

Lina Coronado

Luxury beachfront hotel, Abu Dhabi

Colombia
Abu Dhabi

Andrés NavarroFrom Kuwait to Dubai

"I began in ultra-luxury hospitality in Kuwait, facing challenges that would test anyone. Today I'm part of the Kempinski team in Dubai — my first experience with a European luxury brand — and starting my journey as an aspiring sommelier.

Andrés Navarro

Kempinski — Aspiring Sommelier

Latin America
Kuwait → Dubai

BelénWelcome to Qatar

"After months of dedication and effort, I finally arrived at my new home in Doha to join the Andaz team as a Hostess. I had dreamed of building my career in Middle East luxury hospitality — today that dream is real. Flights, visa and accommodation included.

Belén

Hostess, Andaz Doha

Latin America
Doha, Qatar

TristanWorking in Dubai

"Working in Dubai has been the opportunity of a lifetime. From the first interview to landing in the UAE, Marhaba was with me at every step — and today I'm serving in one of the most iconic properties in the city.

Tristan

Waiter, Dubai

Latin America
Dubai, UAE

Laura VegaFrom Qatar to Montenegro

"I started my journey with Marhaba in Qatar — my first steps in Middle East luxury hospitality. Today I'm continuing my career in Montenegro, adding a new country and a new culture to my path. More than a candidate, I'm a friend of the Marhaba house.

Laura Vega

Hospitality Professional

Colombia
Qatar → Montenegro

Etienne JerezFrom Latin America to Abu Dhabi

"From day one I knew I was in good hands. I joined an incredible restaurant team — colleagues from all over the world who became real friends. Being present at the golf tours, living the energy of the tournaments up close… experiences very few get to witness.

Etienne Jerez

F&B, Abu Dhabi Golf Club

Latin America
Abu Dhabi

Robert NietoFrom Colombia to Qatar & Montenegro

"My process was handled with total professionalism from day one. That transparency gave me the confidence to take the leap. Marhaba was my bridge to my first international experience — from Qatar to Europe — 100% free of charge for me as a candidate.

Robert Nieto

Hospitality Professional

Colombia
Qatar → Montenegro

Lina CoronadoFrom Colombia to Abu Dhabi

"After interviews for opportunities in Qatar, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, I found my path. Today I work in a luxury beachfront hotel in Abu Dhabi. I traveled with a colleague I met during the process — together we're building a career in the UAE.

Lina Coronado

Luxury beachfront hotel, Abu Dhabi

Colombia
Abu Dhabi

Andrés NavarroFrom Kuwait to Dubai

"I began in ultra-luxury hospitality in Kuwait, facing challenges that would test anyone. Today I'm part of the Kempinski team in Dubai — my first experience with a European luxury brand — and starting my journey as an aspiring sommelier.

Andrés Navarro

Kempinski — Aspiring Sommelier

Latin America
Kuwait → Dubai

BelénWelcome to Qatar

"After months of dedication and effort, I finally arrived at my new home in Doha to join the Andaz team as a Hostess. I had dreamed of building my career in Middle East luxury hospitality — today that dream is real. Flights, visa and accommodation included.

Belén

Hostess, Andaz Doha

Latin America
Doha, Qatar

TristanWorking in Dubai

"Working in Dubai has been the opportunity of a lifetime. From the first interview to landing in the UAE, Marhaba was with me at every step — and today I'm serving in one of the most iconic properties in the city.

Tristan

Waiter, Dubai

Latin America
Dubai, UAE

Marhaba candidate at Emirates lounge
Our differentiating factor

Hands-on experience inside the world's most iconic properties.

Our team has served at Burj Al Arab, One&Only, St. Regis and for UHNW families across the Middle East. That operator's-eye view sharpens every sourcing decision we make — from ExCom to line staff.

  • Relevant Middle East, Latin American & European hotel experience
  • English fluency verified — C1 or above
  • Candidates committed to long-term career development
  • 6-month replacement policy on every placement
Global reach

Where talent comes from, and where it goes.

We source hospitality professionals across Latin America, South Africa and Eastern Europe — and place them with the world's most demanding employers across the Gulf, Europe and Asia.

Marhaba global reach map
Mexico
Venezuela
Colombia
Peru
Brazil
Chile
Argentina
South Africa
Ukraine
Belarus
Montenegro
Uzbekistan
UAE
Qatar
Saudi Arabia
Kuwait
Bahrain
Serbia
We source from
We place across

We source from

ArgentinaColombiaVenezuelaMexicoChilePeruBrazilSouth AfricaUzbekistanMontenegroBelarusUkraine

We place across

United Arab EmiratesQatarSaudi ArabiaKuwaitBahrainMontenegroSerbiaAsia