Server

JRK Property Holdings, Inc.; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental, andvision

401(k) with auto-enrollment after 60 d

Paid time off, vacation, sick leave, &

Holiday pay

Job summary

Hotel Oceana Santa Monica is seeking polished servers to deliver exceptional dining experiences across our restaurant, poolside, and in-room venues. You’ll provide attentive, efficient, and personalized service in a luxury, all-suite setting with a focus on guest satisfaction.

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. California food handler card and food safety certifications are required, with hotel or fine

Qualifications

• California Food Handler Card is required.
• Food safety certifications (e.g., ServSafe, RBS) required.
• Previous restaurant experience required; hotel or fine dining preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and provide knowledgeable menu recommendations.
• Accurately take and enter food and beverage orders into the POS system.
• Communicate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special requests to the kitchen.
• Deliver food and beverages promptly with proper presentation.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and anticipate needs throughout the dining experience.
• Resolve guest concerns professionally and elevate when needed.
• Complete opening and closing side work.
• Support banquet and special event service, including setup and breakdown.
• Coordinate timing and service flow with kitchen and events teams.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked service area.
• Bus, reset, and maintain tables; follow sanitation standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and notify leadership of shortages.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Professional demeanor

Education

Food Handler Card (CA)

Tools

POS system

Job description

Bring Your Passion for Hospitality to the Coast

Step into a rewarding role at Hotel Oceana Santa Monica, ranked the #1 hotel in Los Angeles by Travel + Leisure. Following a $35 million transformation, our intimate, all-suite oceanfront hotel continues to set the standard for refined luxury and personalized service.

We are seeking polished, service-driven Servers who take pride in delivering exceptional dining experiences across our restaurant, poolside, and in-room dining venues. If you value quality, excellence, and teamwork, we’d love to meet you.

About Dining At The Oceana

La Monique is an intimate, modern French brasserie where timeless tradition meets the soul of Santa Monica, designed by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio.

Opened in Fall 2025, it is complemented by:

• La Petite Monique – an alfresco extension offering a relaxed yet refined experience
• The Veranda – a premier poolside dining venue serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Sunset Terrace – a rooftop lounge with panoramic ocean views
• In-Room Dining – delivering elevated culinary experiences in the comfort of each guest suite

About the Role

As a Server, you will play a key role in delivering a seamless and memorable guest experience. You will provide attentive, efficient, and personalized service while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and hospitality.

Success in this role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to anticipate and exceed guest expectations in a fast-paced luxury environment.

What You’ll Do

Guest Service & Operations

• Greet guests warmly and provide knowledgeable menu recommendations
• Accurately take and enter food and beverage orders into the POS system
• Communicate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special requests to the kitchen
• Deliver food and beverages promptly while ensuring proper presentation
• Monitor guest satisfaction and anticipate needs throughout the dining experience
• Resolve guest concerns professionally and elevate when needed

Restaurant & Banquet Support

• Complete opening and closing side work
• Support banquet and special event service, including setup and breakdown
• Coordinate timing and service flow with kitchen and events teams

Cleanliness & Organization

• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked service area
• Bus, reset, and maintain tables efficiently
• Follow all sanitation and food safety standards
• Monitor inventory levels and notify leadership of shortages

What You Bring

• Strong commitment to exceptional guest service and hospitality
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively
• Professional demeanor, reliability, and punctuality
• Valid California Food Handler Card (required)
• Food safety certifications (e.g., ServSafe, Responsible Beverage Service) (required)
• Previous restaurant experience required; hotel or fine dining experience preferred

Schedule & Expectations

• Full-time schedule based on business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Maintain a professional appearance in accordance with hotel grooming standards

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Basic life insurance
• 401(k) with auto-enrollment after 60 days
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave and holidays*
• New employees accrue 40 hours of vacation in the first year and earn 80 hours of paid sick leave per year. Eligible employees also receive holiday pay (if working) or paid holidays (if scheduled off) for six holidays each year.

Why Oceana

Hotel Oceana Santa Monica offers a boutique environment with hands‑on leadership, personalized service, and opportunities for professional growth through mentorship and excellence. If you take pride in delivering thoughtfully executed luxury hospitality, we invite you to apply.