Server, Alteno FT

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is seeking a server for Alteno Restaurant to join the service team in our Austin area hotel. You will provide friendly, attentive service, maintain knowledge of menu offerings, and help ensure guests have a memorable dining experience.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong English communication, and adherence to safety and alcohol-service guidelines. This position is part of a 24-hour operation with flexible shifts to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Prior serving experience.
• Multitasking and teamwork abilities.
• Excellent communication and customer service.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand long hours.

Responsibilities

• Serve guests and assist as part of the Restaurant/Bar service team.
• Maintain knowledge of full food and drink menu; make recommendations.
• Observe dining experience and respond to guest requests promptly.
• Ensure prompt guest check delivery and receipt handling.
• Keep service areas clean, organized, and stocked.
• Assist busser or fellow servers with clearing and resetting tables.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and alcohol-service guidelines; adhere to policies.
• Participate in daily shift meetings and follow cash handling procedures.

Skills

Prior serving experience

Multitasking

Team player

Customer service

Lift 50 lbs

English communication

Stand long hours

Food handling certificate

Job description

Grow with us...Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and Leaders who understand that our people, collaboration, stellar service, and respect for nature are so important to us.Come grow with a company where purpose and possibility meet. Starwood Hotels is home to some of the most dynamic brands in the world. We exist to improve the planet—one hotel at a time—and we’re defined by impact, purpose, and a deep respect for the world around us. (And yes, we even compost our bad ideas.).About Us:1 Hotels is mission-driven and a platform for change, celebrating nature in every decision we make. From how guests arrive to how they sleep, eat, relax, interact, and depart, our commitment to sustainability, innovative design, and a harmonious connection with nature is unwavering.1 HOTELS IS...Natural. Nature guides everything we do. Modern. Of the time, with an eye on the past and a foot in the future. Conscious. Mindful of how our hotels are created and how our guests are treated. Discovery. Explorations of surrounding locales. Imperfect. Still evolving — we don’t have all the answers. Committed. Bettering ourselves and bettering the industry.1 Hotels invites guests to live in rhythm with nature—offering spaces that restore, inspire, and come alive from day to night, where sustainability, wellness, and social energy exist in thoughtful balance.Our culture is caring and thoughtful, and we deliver good-natured and informed service, perfectly executed to evoke a sense of fulfillment and well-being. A job at 1 Hotels is about more than punching a clock. It's about changing the world - little by little. We're the world's first mission-driven hotel company and we've got some lofty goals. All we ask is that you bring your true self and do all the good you can!MAIN DUTIES:A server at Alteno Restaurant works effectively as part of the service team of the Restaurant/Bar. The Restaurant Server is primarily responsible, but not limited to, fulfilling all guest’s service needs according to 1 Hotel standards.GENERAL DUTIES:* Maintains a working knowledge of full food and drink menu while making recommendations* Follow high standards of food product, sanitation, storage, and handling procedures* Observe guests’ dining experience to confirm satisfaction, responding promptly to any requests* Provides guest check promptly and returns receipt promptly* Keeps all service and table areas clean, organized, and stocked* Willingness to assists busser or fellow servers in clearing and resetting tables when needed* Provide engaged, friendly and attentive customer service to all guests inclusive of eye contact respectable conversation and smiling* Practice highest regards for safety within all areas and with all materials* Follow and adhere to all standards set forth by federal and state guidelines* Have knowledge of state and federal liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcohol* Perform other related activities as assigned by management* Guarantee neat and quality service* Participate in daily shift meetings* Adhere to strict uniform & grooming standards* Follow company cash handling and payment tendering procedures with care* Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries; complete safety training and certifications; properly store flammable materials.* Ensure compliance with hotel policies, procedures, and standards with self and colleagues.* Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.* Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.* Embody the 1 Hotels Vision, Mission and Compass; deliver on Our Promise, provide Good-Natured Service and uphold our Brand Pillars.QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:* Prior serving experience* Are organized and proficient at multitasking* Are a reliable team player willing to learn and adapt to new situations* Strong communication and customer service skills* Able to lift at least 50 lbs.* Proficient in verbal and written English communication* Able to stand for long periods of time* Food Handling certification (can be obtained during employment)Due to the nature of the hospitality industry, employees are required to work varying schedules, including holidays, to accommodate the business and demands of the hotelThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.Starwood Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodation, please visit People Operations.Please note that your job description is not an exhaustive of tasks and duties, but serves a guideline for daily duties, which may change from time to time.About you... Passionate about hospitality and food and beverage with previous similar work experience. Basic knowledgeable of banquet operations, a team player, hard worker, and detail oriented. Is flexible and willing to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.