Energetic Beverage Server—Bar, Lounge & Banquets

Sonesta Hotels International Corporation; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) with Comp

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company**

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term DI

Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness &

Educational Assistance

Sonesta Hotel Discounts

Additional Perks & Employee Discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels in New Orleans is seeking a Beverage Server to deliver beverage service across our dining venues, bars, banquets and events. You will engage guests with a friendly, attentive approach and help create a welcoming atmosphere that reflects Sonesta's People People culture.

The role requires strong communication and guest service skills, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced hospitality environment, knowledge of cocktails and beverages, and experience with POS systems.

Qualifications

• Previous beverage service, restaurant, bar, hospitality, hotel, banquet, or customer service experience preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and guest service skills with a friendly and engaging personality.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Knowledge of beverage service, cocktails, wine, beer, spirits, and responsible alcohol service practices preferred.
• Experience using POS systems and handling cash transactions accurately preferred.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, presentation, and guest experience standards.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, holidays, and event support as needed.
• Food Handler Certification, TIPS Certification, or alcohol service certification preferred where required.
• A passion for hospitality, teamwork, guest engagement, and creating memorable food & beverage experiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide beverage service across restaurants, bars, lounges, pool areas, banquets, and events.
• Take beverage orders accurately and deliver drinks while maintaining presentation standards.
• Maintain knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine, spirits, and menu offerings to assist guests.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and respond promptly to requests or concerns.
• Process orders, payments, and transactions using POS systems.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization across beverage stations and service areas.
• Support opening/closing duties, restocking, and inventory tasks.
• Follow responsible alcohol service standards and hotel policies.
• Collaborate with Bartenders, Servers, Culinary teams, Banquets, and leadership.

Skills

Communication skills

Guest service

Multitasking

Hospitality experience

POS systems

Cash handling

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Sonesta International Hotels in New Orleans is seeking a Beverage Server to deliver beverage service across our dining venues, bars, banquets and events. You will engage guests with a friendly, attentive approach and help create a welcoming atmosphere that reflects Sonesta's People People culture.

The role requires strong communication and guest service skills, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced hospitality environment, knowledge of cocktails and beverages, and experience with POS systems.