On-Call Banquet Server/Bartender

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) with 2024

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company | 

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Educational Assistance

Employee Perks & Discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation in Irvine is seeking a dynamic Banquet Server to deliver high-level food and beverage service at weddings, meetings, and conferences. You will play a key role in creating seamless, elevated, and memorable events for our guests.

You will set up event spaces, coordinate with culinary and bar teams, and ensure guest experiences meet Sonesta's People People culture throughout fast-paced events and functions.

Qualifications

• Prior banquet/food service or hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong communication and guest service skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced events environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, professional food & beverage service during banquets, weddings, meetings, conferences, and special events.
• Set up and break down banquet spaces, buffets, and stations according to event specifications.
• Serve food and beverages with presentation and hospitality standards.
• Answer guest questions and assist with requests to create a seamless event experience.
• Coordinate with Banquet Captains, Culinary teams, Bartenders, and F&B leadership for smooth execution.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization across banquet spaces and back-of-house areas.

Skills

Banquet service

Teamwork

Guest service

Job description

We’re People People. Are you? We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast ). With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be. But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).

What this role is all about

Unforgettable events are built on incredible service — and our Banquet Servers help bring those experiences to life. From weddings and galas to conferences, meetings, and celebrations, you’ll play a key role in creating seamless, elevated, and memorable events for our guests.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment, enjoys working as part of a team, and loves delivering exceptional guest experiences during special events and banquet functions. If you’re energetic, service-driven, and passionate about hospitality — we’d love to meet you.

What you’ll be doing

• Provide friendly, professional, and attentive food & beverage service during banquets, weddings, meetings, conferences, and special events.
• Set up, maintain, and break down banquet rooms, buffets, dining stations, and event spaces according to event specifications and service standards.
• Serve food and beverages efficiently while maintaining presentation, timing, and hospitality standards throughout events.
• Assist guests with requests, answer questions, and help create a welcoming and memorable event experience.
• Coordinate closely with Banquet Captains, Culinary teams, Bartenders, and Food & Beverage leadership to support seamless event execution.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization across banquet spaces, service stations, and back-of-house areas throughout events.
• Follow food safety procedures, sanitation standards, responsible alcohol service guidelines, and hotel operational policies at all times.
• Assist with buffet replenishment, tray passing, table service, beverage service, and event transitions as needed.
• Support high-volume event operations while maintaining professionalism, efficiency, and exceptional guest service.
• Help create a positive, team-oriented, and guest-focused atmosphere aligned with Sonesta’s People People culture.
• Any other duties assigned.

What great looks like

Previous banquet, restaurant, hotel, catering, hospitality, food service, or customer service experience preferred. Strong communication, teamwork, and guest service skills with a friendly and professional attitude. Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced hospitality and event environment. Strong attention to detail, presentation, cleanliness, and operational standards. Ability to work flexible schedules based on event timing including evenings, weekends, holidays, and late-night functions. Knowledge of banquet service standards, food safety procedures, and responsible alcohol service practices preferred. Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and willingness to support the team wherever needed. A passion for hospitality, teamwork, guest engagement, and creating memorable event experiences.

Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information

Pay range $17.00 - $18.00 per hour. The base pay offered may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and specific/overall experience.

How we reward you

At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts (yes, you’ll want to use these )
• Additional Perks & Employee Discounts

Our Commitment to You

Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Sonesta, we value our team members as individuals who enhance our guests’ experiences with their unique skills and contributions. We actively support professional growth and personal happiness in each of our employees at each of our hotels, resorts, suites and cruise ships. We seek out people who will eagerly partner with us to improve the overall Sonesta experience for our guests, and the overall Sonesta experience for their fellow colleagues.

If you are interested in a career in some of the most impressive and beautiful surroundings in the world with generous benefits and perks, we hope you’ll get in touch with us.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.