Bistro Server: Deliver Courteous, Efficient Guest Service

Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline is seeking a Bistro Server to deliver courteous food and beverage service in a guest‑friendly manner, aligned with brand standards. You will work in a hotel dining setting, ensuring guests have a positive experience in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves setting up service areas, taking orders, handling payments, coordinating with the kitchen for dietary needs, and assisting during peak times while upholding safety, sustainability, and service

Qualifications

• Previous food and beverage experience or equivalent training.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up necessary supplies, food, and beverage at the beginning of the shift and maintain a stocked work area.
• Take orders from customers, input orders, obtain payment and provide change.
• Communicate additional meal requirements, allergies, dietary needs, and special requests to the kitchen.
• Prepare food, coffee and other beverages, including alcohol, when necessary.
• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food, when necessary.
• Perform other food and beverage functions such as bartending and bussing during peak periods.
• Count bank at end of shift, complete designated cashier reports, resolve discrepancies, drop off receipts, and secure bank in accordance with established policies.
• Clean all equipment and areas, locking equipment doors, etc.
• Abide by state, federal and corporate requirements pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages.
• Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Skills

Food & beverage experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline is seeking a Bistro Server to deliver courteous food and beverage service in a guest‑friendly manner, aligned with brand standards. You will work in a hotel dining setting, ensuring guests have a positive experience in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves setting up service areas, taking orders, handling payments, coordinating with the kitchen for dietary needs, and assisting during peak times while upholding safety, sustainability, and service