Beverage Server

Job Description Summary

We are looking for an energetic Beverage Server who will be responsible for taking orders, serving beverages to patrons, and maintaining tables. This is a Full-time position working evenings.

Job Description

Special Qualifications, Education, or Licenses:

• Must meet any city, county, state, or other legal minimum age requirement to sell/serve alcoholic beverages. (T.I.P.S./TABC Card)
• Food Handlers Certificate Required
• TABC certification required

Essential Elements:

• Ability to adhere to Royal Sonesta Houston grooming standards.
• Ability to lift and carry a server tray weighing approximately 10 pounds in the overhead style of service.
• Ability to lift and move approximately 25 pounds.
• Ability to bend, squat, and reach.
• Ability to stand and walk continuously.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with guests and direct them to various facilities and functions within the hotel.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic, including the use of percentages, and count.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to perform cash and credit transactions.
• Ability to effectively utilize point of sale equipment.
• Ability to move freely within the bar/lounge area.
• Not infected by diseases transmitted through the food supply as designated by the Public Health Service.
• Ability to sustain direct contact with the public; must establish a high degree of customer service, (smile, eye contact, positive personal presentation, etc.,) and a high volume of interaction with guests and staff.

Job Tasks:

• Setting tables and station side work.
• Obtain beverage orders from guests, process on MICROS Register, receive beverage orders from the bartender, and deliver beverages to guests.
• Be alert to guest needs by telephone and in-person to exceed guest expectations.
• Process payment, which includes cash handling, credit card, room charge, vouchers, and city ledger.
• MICROS closing and preparation of cashier report.
• Closing duties, which include cleaning, sanitizing, and replenishing.
• Maintaining cleanliness of tables and surrounding area as well as high tea and service bar area.
• To perform other work-related duties as assigned by Management.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.