Seasonal Server Assistant

Highgate; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Highgate Hotels is seeking a Server Assistant in Denver to ensure that food is run hot and fresh, tables are cleared and cleaned, and drinks are refilled. You will support the dining room team in a fast-paced, guest‑facing environment.

The ideal candidate is well organized, customer‑focused, and able to multi‑task while maintaining a positive attitude and strong teamwork.

Seasonal position runs Oct 1, 2026 through Jan 30, 2027, with applications accepted Aug 4–Aug 30, 2026.

Qualifications

• Physical requirements include the ability to work long hours and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time without sitting or leaning.
• Must possess excellent communication skills; fluency in English required.
• Food Handlers Card Required.
• May require walking on level surfaces for periodic periods throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming Guests
• Maintain the cleanliness of dining area and serving stations
• Bussing dining room tables
• Responding to guests’ requests and informing management of any complaints
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage offerings
• Ensuring the timely delivery of food items
• Ensuring the server station is adequately stocked with necessary supplies
• Must be self-motivated and willing to assist wherever needed.

Skills

Guest service

Multi-tasking

Communication

English fluency

Team player

Job description

Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.

With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.

With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.www.highgate.com

Location

Overview

The Server Assistant will ensure food is run hot and fresh off the line, tables are cleared and cleaned for our guests and drinks refilled. You will also assist the bar with similar duties, help with bar glass rotation and refilling ice bins. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to exceed guest’s expectations, have an infectiously positive attitude, and work well as part of a team. To be successful, you should be well-organized, able to work in a fast-paced environment, be able to prioritize and have high multi-tasking skills.

Applications will be accepted between 8/4/2026 through 8/30/2026. Seasonal Position will be from October 1, 2026 - January 30, 2027.

Benefits

• In addition to travel discounts at our hotels, Highgate offers competitive benefits, including three pricing tiers of medical coverage, as well as Dental and Vision benefits to eligible full-time associates. All associates accrue paid sick leave in accordance with the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. Paid time off plans may also be available to associates who qualify. The Retirement 401(k) Program is open to both full-time and part-time associates who qualify.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming Guests


• Maintain the cleanliness of dining area and serving stations


• Bussing dining room tables


• Responding to guests’ requests and informing management of any complaints


• Strong knowledge of food and beverage offerings


• Ensuring the timely delivery of food items


• Ensuring the server station is adequately stocked with necessary supplies


• Must be self-motivated and willing to assist wherever needed.

Qualifications

• Physical requirements include the ability to work long hours, Medium work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, ability to multi task.


• Possess the ability to bend, stretch, twist or reach with your body and arms, work under variable temperatures and noise levels


• Ability to stand for long periods of time without sitting or leaning


• Must possess excellent communication skills; fluency in English required


• Food Handlers Card Required.


• May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods, throughout the day


• Requires infrequent lifting and carrying of 1-25 pounds

Benefits

We are pleased to offer to our full-time associates a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.

• Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions


• Paid holidays


• Paid vacation


• Paid sick leave (provided in accordance with applicable law)


• Employee assistance program (EAP)


• Educational opportunities / Tuition reimbursement


• Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law

For Employees Based in Washington:

• 8 paid holidays per year


• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service


• Paid Sick & Safe Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, with up to 72 hours of unused time carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

For Employees Based in Colorado:

• 8 paid holidays per year; employees working in the City of Denver receive 64 hours of designated holiday time per calendar year


• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service


• 6 days or 48 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year, accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

For Employees Based in California:

• 8 paid holidays per year


• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service, capped at 1.5x annual accrual rate; non-supervisory employees working in the City of Los Angeles accrue up to 22 days of Compensated Time Off, based on length of service capped at 192 hours of combined PST and CTO.


• Paid Sick Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, unused time is carried over from one anniversary year to the next up to a maximum of 80 hours; employees working in the City of Los Angeles are provided 40 hours of Paid Sick Time annually on their anniversary, unused time is not carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

Please note that certain benefits described above for associates in Washington, Colorado, and California may vary for associates covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (\"CBA\"). For such associates, eligibility for and the terms and conditions of benefits are governed by the applicable CBA and any applicable plan documents, and may differ from the benefits described above. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency, the terms of the applicable CBA and governing plan documents will control, as applicable.

The above-referenced benefits do not apply to part-time positions

Posting Date

This job opening was posted on 11/2/2026 and will remain open for at least 75 days.