Oyster Bar Specialist - Fast-Paced Prep & Guest Service

Sonesta Hotels International Corporation; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Hospital Indemnity

Education Assistance

Hotel Discounts

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels in New Orleans is seeking an Oyster Shucker to accurately and efficiently prepare oysters for guests. You will maintain a clean oyster bar and support other kitchen duties as needed, ensuring high quality and sanitary standards across the station.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years at oyster bars, strong communication, and a ServSafe certificate. The role requires cooking ability, multi-station flexibility, and familiarity with Micros for guest orders.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and professional appearance are essential.
• 3 years oyster bar experience preferred, ideally in high-volume settings.
• Culinary degree or related hotel experience preferred; ability to cook at basic/intermediate level.
• Must hold valid ServSafe Food Handler Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare oysters accurately and efficiently; maintain a clean, sanitary station.
• Follow standard portion sizes, quality standards, and procedures.
• Open/close oyster bar area and assist with closing duties as needed.
• Operate Micros to manage customer orders and fulfill requests.

Skills

Strong communication

Professional appearance

Oyster bar experience

Cooking skills

Multi-station capability

Micros experience

ServSafe certificate

Culinary degree preferred

Tools

Micros

Job description

Sonesta International Hotels in New Orleans is seeking an Oyster Shucker to accurately and efficiently prepare oysters for guests. You will maintain a clean oyster bar and support other kitchen duties as needed, ensuring high quality and sanitary standards across the station.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years at oyster bars, strong communication, and a ServSafe certificate. The role requires cooking ability, multi-station flexibility, and familiarity with Micros for guest orders.