Hospitality Coordinator Job Description UAE 2025
A Hospitality Coordinator in UAE earns between AED 48,000 and AED 96,000 per year. The role coordinates guest services, event bookings, and operational logistics for hotels, resorts, or hospitality venues across UAE.
Hospitality Coordinator in UAE — Key Facts
The Hospitality Coordinator role in UAE operates under employment contracts governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) regulates all mainland employment. ADGM, DIFC, and free zone employees are subject to their respective authority employment regulations. Salaries stated are benchmarked to the UAE market as of April 2025.
All employment contracts in the UAE must comply with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Hospitality Coordinator roles in mainland UAE require Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) approved contracts. End-of-service gratuity is calculated at 21 days per year of service for the first 5 years and 30 days per year thereafter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Hospitality Coordinator earn in UAE?
A Hospitality Coordinator in UAE earns AED 48,000–96,000 per year. Roles in Abu Dhabi government-linked organisations and large multinational corporations pay at the upper end. Free zone and private sector roles pay at the lower to mid range.
What experience does a Hospitality Coordinator need in UAE?
UAE employers require 2–5 years of relevant experience for Hospitality Coordinator positions. Candidates with professional qualifications (IWFM, NEBOSH, RICS, or equivalent) and UAE or GCC market experience are preferred.
How does RFS recruit Hospitality Coordinators?
RFS sources Hospitality Coordinator candidates from its UAE facilities management network. A shortlist of 3 to 5 pre-screened candidates is delivered within 48 to 72 hours. The retained search fee is 15 to 18 percent of first-year total compensation.
What a Hospitality Coordinator does in UAE
A Hospitality Coordinator in UAE provides operational and administrative support to hotel management or hospitality event teams, coordinating guest services, supplier bookings, and internal communication to ensure smooth delivery of hospitality experiences across UAE properties and events.
Key responsibilities
- Coordinate guest service requests across hotel departments and ensure timely fulfilment
- Manage reservations, booking confirmations, and pre-arrival guest communication
- Prepare function sheets, event orders, and operational briefing documents
- Maintain supplier contact databases and coordinate supplier bookings for events and services
- Handle guest correspondence via email, phone, and WhatsApp for UAE-market hospitality operations
- Coordinate with hotel transport, concierge, and security for VIP guest logistics
- Manage hospitality collateral including welcome letters, menus, and signage for events and VIP arrivals
- Support the sales and events team with venue show rounds, client proposals, and follow-up
- Maintain hospitality administration files and procurement records
- Produce daily operational reports and briefing sheets for management
Qualifications required
- Diploma or Bachelor degree in hospitality management or business administration
- 1 to 4 years hospitality coordination or hotel operations experience in UAE
- Proficiency in Opera PMS and Microsoft Office suite
- Strong English written and verbal communication skills for UAE guest correspondence
- Arabic language skills preferred for UAE client management and authority coordination
- Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills for multi-department coordination
- UAE customer service excellence standards awareness
- UAE driving licence preferred for event coordination roles
Hospitality Coordinator salary by employer type in UAE
| Employer type | Annual salary (AED) |
|---|---|
| Luxury hotel or resort UAE | 80,000–140,000 |
| Event agency or DMC (Dubai, Abu Dhabi) | 75,000–130,000 |
| Corporate hospitality or venue management (UAE) | 70,000–125,000 |
| Hotel apartment or mid-scale property (UAE) | 65,000–120,000 |
Contract terms for this role in UAE
Hospitality Coordinator roles carry a 30 day notice period in UAE. Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 applies to your end-of-service gratuity at 21 days basic salary per year for the first five years.
Hire a Hospitality Coordinator in UAE or Saudi Arabia
RFS delivers a shortlist of pre-screened Hospitality Coordinator candidates in 48 to 72 hours. Retained search fee: 15 to 18 percent of first-year total compensation. 6-month replacement guarantee.
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Salary Range (AED/month)
AED 5,000 – 30,000 (varies by seniority)
Tax-free. Source: Michael Page UAE 2026, Indeed UAE 2025
Industry
Hospitality — UAE & GCC
Required Certifications (UAE Market)
WSET for F&B roles. HFTP for hotel management. Culinary certifications (City & Guilds) for chefs. CIPD for HR-adjacent roles.
UAE-Specific Regulatory Skills
Dubai Tourism (DTCM) licensing for hotels, Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism licensing, MOHAP food safety standards, Dubai Municipality food hygiene regulations, Emiratisation targets applying to hotels with 50+ staff.
RFS HR Consultancy places hospitality coordinator professionals across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the wider UAE and GCC. View our hospitality recruitment services Dubai or check the hospitality salary guide UAE 2025.
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