Beverage Server

Sonesta International Hotels; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Educational Assistance

Hotel Discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels is seeking a Beverage Server for an evening, full-time role at our Houston property. You will take orders, serve beverages, and maintain tables in a fast-paced hotel bar/lounge.

Role requires guest-focused service, cash handling, and basic arithmetic. Must meet legal requirements to serve alcohol and hold required certifications. Excellent reward package included.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Setting tables and station side work.
• Obtain beverage orders and deliver beverages.
• Assist guests and maintain service areas.

Skills

TIPS/TABC Card

Food Handlers Certificate

TABC certification

Job description

We’re People People. Are you?

We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast).

We’re People People. Are you?

We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast).

With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be.

But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).

What This Role Is All About

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

What You’ll Be Doing

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 them on the register, receive beverage orders from the bartender, and deliver beverages to guests.
• Be alert to guest needs by phone and in person to exceed guest expectations.
• Process payments, including cash handling, credit cards, room charges, vouchers, and the city ledger.
• Closing and preparation of the cashier report.
• Closing duties, which include cleaning, sanitizing, and replenishing.
• Maintaining the cleanliness of tables and the surrounding area, as well as the high tea and service bar area.
• To perform other work-related duties as assigned by Management.

Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information

How we reward you

At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between.

Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• 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 (yes, you’ll want to use these )
• Additional Perks & Employee Discounts

Our Commitment to You

Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.