Experience Curator & Fine-Dining Server

Coury Hospitality; East Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Coury Hospitality is seeking a Server for Hotel Citrine in Palo Alto, CA. You will deliver warm, elevated service from seating to farewell, with extensive knowledge of food, wine, and cocktails. You’ll coordinate with the kitchen and front of house to ensure seamless experiences for every guest.

Join a design-forward, sustainability-minded team that values thoughtful hospitality and guest connection. This role emphasizes team collaboration, efficiency, and impeccable delivery in a luxury setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced, high-touch dining environments.
• Confident, welcoming presence with strong communication skills.
• Knowledgeable in upscale food and beverage service, including wine pairings.
• Ability to take ownership of the guest experience and anticipate needs.
• Reliable, polished, and able to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead guests through a curated and memorable dining experience.
• Offer warm, attentive, and elevated service from seating to farewell.
• Present menus, explain offerings, and make thoughtful recommendations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of food, wine, and cocktails, including pairings.
• Enter orders accurately in the POS system and communicate dietary needs.
• Deliver and clear food and beverages with timing and polish.
• Maintain a stocked, orderly service station and smooth table turnover.
• Collaborate with kitchen and service teams to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Resolve guest concerns with professionalism and empathy.
• Uphold sanitation, safety, and responsible service standards.

Skills

Fast-paced service

Communication skills

Upselling wine & cocktails

Team-oriented

Tools

POS system

Job description

Coury Hospitality is seeking a Server for Hotel Citrine in Palo Alto, CA. You will deliver warm, elevated service from seating to farewell, with extensive knowledge of food, wine, and cocktails. You’ll coordinate with the kitchen and front of house to ensure seamless experiences for every guest.

Join a design-forward, sustainability-minded team that values thoughtful hospitality and guest connection. This role emphasizes team collaboration, efficiency, and impeccable delivery in a luxury setting.