Cafe Server

Marcus Hotels & Resorts; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal

Room discounts

Restaurant & cafe discounts

Free parking

Movie theater coupons

Career growth opportunities

Early wage access

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

The Hilton Milwaukee, part of Marcus Hotels & Resorts, is seeking a Café Server to join our downtown Milwaukee team. You will greet guests, input orders at the POS, deliver meals and beverages, and ensure a friendly, timely, and professional dining experience that meets our high standards.

We value hospitality experience, English proficiency, and a team-oriented attitude. Benefits include a free meal each shift, hotel and Marcus discounts, parking, and opportunities to grow across Marcus

Qualifications

• Prior food, beverage, cash handling and hospitality experience preferred.
• Proficient in English for guest communication.
• Ability to maintain service standards and professional demeanor.
• Learn table settings, service ware, and menu items.
• Recall and promote menu items.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and explain specials & promotions.
• Record and input guest orders into the Point of Sale system.
• Retrieve, confirm, and deliver orders with condiments; follow liquor regulations.
• Replenish beverages and ensure overall guest satisfaction.
• Collect payment, thank guests, and invite them to return.
• Complete side work and cleaning tasks including restocking and replenishing condiments.
• Maintain self-banking procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Manager.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Food & beverage service

Cash handling

English proficiency

Team oriented

Tools

Point of Sale

Job description

Description

Are you passionate about hospitality and eager to work for the most recognized name in the industry? Do you aspire to grow your career at a premier hotel in downtown Milwaukee? If so, the Hilton Milwaukee is the perfect place for you! We are seeking a dedicated Café Server to join our dynamic team and contribute to the exceptional guest experience we're known for. As a Café Server it will be your responsibility to tailor the Café experience to each guest providing food and beverage services in a friendly, courteous, timely, and professional manner resulting in a superior level of guest satisfaction.

Description

Are you passionate about hospitality and eager to work for the most recognized name in the industry? Do you aspire to grow your career at a premier hotel in downtown Milwaukee? If so, the Hilton Milwaukee is the perfect place for you! We are seeking a dedicated Café Server to join our dynamic team and contribute to the exceptional guest experience we're known for. As a Café Server it will be your responsibility to tailor the Café experience to each guest providing food and beverage services in a friendly, courteous, timely, and professional manner resulting in a superior level of guest satisfaction.

There’s no better time to join us. The Hilton Milwaukee just completed a $40 million renovation. This extensive transformation elevated our guest rooms, event spaces, and grand lobby to reflect a new era of modern elegance. Connected to the newly expanded Baird Center, The Hilton Milwaukee is not only the city’s largest hotel but also a historic gem. At the Hilton Milwaukee, we pride ourselves on continuous innovation through our approach to world-class service, upscale amenities, and superior style.

What will you be doing?

• Greet guests and explain specials & promotions.
• Record and input guest orders into the Point of Sale system.
• Retrieve, confirm, and deliver orders with condiments; follow liquor regulations.
• Replenish beverages and ensure overall guest satisfaction.
• Collect payment, thank guests, and invite them to return.
• Complete side work and cleaning tasks including restocking and replenishing condiments.
• Maintain self-banking procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Manager.

What do you bring to the role?

• Prior food, beverage, cash handling and hospitality experience preferred.
• Innate desire to serve and ability to maintain service and departmental standards.
• Basic knowledge of food & beverage preparation, service standards, guest relations, and etiquette.
• Learn table settings, service ware, and menu items.
• Proficient in English for menu comprehension, recording orders, and guest communication.
• Recall and promote menu items.
• Maintain professional demeanor and clean uniform.

What’s in it for you?

• A free, well-balanced meal every shift
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Hilton-branded properties
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa
• Free parking
• "Two for one" movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres
• Ability to grow your career and transfer from one property to another while maintaining your service with the company
• Early wage access
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered after 30 days of employment), company-paid life insurance, employee assistance program offer, and 401k with employer match
• And more!

Job Type: Full Time, Hourly, Union

Shifts Available: mornings, weekends, and holidays

Pay Rate: $7.46/hour

About Us

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are "People Pleasing People" who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S.-based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

The Hilton Milwaukee is an equal opportunity employer.