Dynamic Food Server for Banquets & Dining at a Top Hotel

Sonesta Hotels International Corporation in; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA with Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company/ 0

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Educational Assistance

Sonesta Hotel Discounts

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels in New York seeks a friendly Food Server to deliver attentive hospitality across dining outlets, lounges, and banquets. You will guide guests through menus, provide recommendations, and ensure a memorable dining experience in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, upselling opportunities, and adherence to safety and service standards, with a strong People People culture in a dynamic hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Prior restaurant, hotel, banquet, or food service experience preferred.
• Strong communication and guest service skills.
• Knowledge of food & beverage service and dining etiquette preferred.

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.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Food Handler Certification

TIPS Certification

Tools

POS systems

Cash handling

Job description

Sonesta International Hotels in New York seeks a friendly Food Server to deliver attentive hospitality across dining outlets, lounges, and banquets. You will guide guests through menus, provide recommendations, and ensure a memorable dining experience in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, upselling opportunities, and adherence to safety and service standards, with a strong People People culture in a dynamic hotel setting.