Gourmet Bistro Server: Guest Experience & Bar Expert

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport in San Jose, CA is seeking a friendly Bistro Server to deliver high-quality food and beverage service in a fast-paced hotel setting. You will set up service areas, take and process orders, coordinate with the kitchen, handle cash, and ensure guest satisfaction while upholding brand standards, safety guidelines, and sustainability practices.

This role offers a growth path from Banquet Server/Captain to Restaurant Manager, with opportunities to advance as you

Qualifications

• Previous food and beverage experience or equivalent training required.
• 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 at all times.
• 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 in the event of staff shortages or peak periods.
• Count bank at end of shift, complete designated cashier reports, resolve any 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.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport in San Jose, CA is seeking a friendly Bistro Server to deliver high-quality food and beverage service in a fast-paced hotel setting. You will set up service areas, take and process orders, coordinate with the kitchen, handle cash, and ensure guest satisfaction while upholding brand standards, safety guidelines, and sustainability practices.

This role offers a growth path from Banquet Server/Captain to Restaurant Manager, with opportunities to advance as you