AM Server Part Time

About the Role

Sonesta International Hotels, the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S., delivers quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries. As a Food Server you will create memorable moments for guests by delivering attentive hospitality, personalized service, and outstanding food & beverage experiences across restaurants, lounges, banquets, or dining outlets. You will bring Sonesta’s “People People” culture to life through menu recommendations, seamless service, and genuine conversation.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, attentive, and professional food & beverage service to guests across restaurants, lounge, banquet, and dining operations.
• Take guest orders accurately, answer menu questions, make recommendations, and deliver exceptional guest experiences throughout service.
• Serve food and beverages according to hotel service standards, presentation guidelines, and timing expectations.
• Maintain a strong knowledge of menu offerings, beverages, wine selections, promotions, and daily specials.
• Process guest transactions, payments, and POS system operations accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor guest satisfaction throughout dining experiences and respond quickly and professionally to guest requests or concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization across dining rooms, service stations, tables, and guest‑facing areas.
• Support opening duties, closing side work, banquet setup, and operational readiness throughout shifts.
• Partner closely with Culinary, Bartenders, Food Runners, Banquets, and Food & Beverage leadership teams to support smooth operations.
• Follow food safety standards, sanitation procedures, responsible alcohol service guidelines, and hotel operational policies at all times.
• Support upselling initiatives, promotions, and guest engagement opportunities that drive revenue and enhance the dining experience.
• Help create a welcoming, energetic, and team‑oriented atmosphere aligned with Sonesta’s People People culture.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant, hotel, banquet, hospitality, food service, or customer service experience preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and guest service skills with a friendly and professional attitude.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast‑paced hospitality environment.
• Knowledge of food & beverage service, dining etiquette, POS systems, and responsible alcohol service practices preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, presentation, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a high‑energy hospitality team.
• Food Handler Certification, TIPS Certification, or alcohol service certification preferred where applicable.
• A passion for hospitality, guest engagement, teamwork, and creating memorable dining experiences.
• Flexible availability including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and event support as needed.

Benefits

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