Server/Bartender (Part-Time)

reitmr; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account with Company

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company

Paid Vacation and Sick Days

Sonesta Hotel Discounts

Educational Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short Term and Long Term

Discounts

Hospital Indemnity

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels is hiring a Server/Bartender to greet guests, take orders and deliver food and beverage items with hospitality and speed. The role supports Sonesta's mission to wow guests with exceptional moments and a warm, memorable guest experience.

The restaurant operates daily for breakfast and Tuesday-Saturday for dinner. Candidates must have open availability for morning (6AM-12PM) or evening (2PM-9PM or 4PM-11PM) shifts, with a minimum of three shifts weekly and potential

Qualifications

• Experience as a Server/Bartender required, preferably in a high-volume bar.
• Experience with computerized cash registers preferred.
• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet, welcome, and interact with guests in a warm and friendly manner.
• Take orders, prepare drinks according to recipes and serve all food and beverage requests in the bar.
• Demonstrate complete knowledge of the food and beverage menu.
• Prepare the bar for service by ensuring bar supplies, garnishes, utensils are properly set up in accordance with quality standards.
• Inventory unused liquor and beverages. Ensure that all liquor is properly secured before, during, and at close of shift.
• Adhere to all cash handling and credit card policies and procedures. Ensure that all drink orders from servers are accurately rung into the P.O.S. system.
• Clean and reset bartop and tables immediately after guests depart.
• Complete all closing duties and reports as assigned.
• Secure all liquors, beers, wines, coolers, cabinets and storage areas.
• Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Adhere to uniform and grooming standards.
• Perform other duties or projects as requested by management.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Able to work quickly without risking

Ability to work with minimal supervis

Attentive, friendly, helpful and Courl

Stand and move quickly for entireShift

Team player

Food handlers and TIPS certificates

Front facing guest service experience

English fluency (read/write/speak)

Ensure guest satisfaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We're Sonesta International Hotels. The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.-and growing fast. An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta's uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect. Together We Thrive -bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting.

Job Description Summary

The Server/Bartender sets the tone for Sonesta's mission of "Wowing" our guests with Amazing Moments. The role's primary responsibility is to welcome guests, take orders, prepare and serve food and beverages items to guests in a friendly, courteous and timely manner in accordance with quality standards. The Bartender must maintain supplies and follow established cleanliness and sanitation guidelines. The ideal candidate has a passion for hospitality and providing exceptional guest service.

The restaurant is opened every day for breakfast and Tuesday-Saturday for dinner.

Must have open availability to work morning shifts (6AM-12PM) and/or evening shifts (2PM-9PM or 4PM-11PM). Required to work 3 shifts per week with an opportunity to pick up more.

Work Environment

Must be able work in a fast-paced environment.

Majority of work takes place indoors.

Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures - i.e. kitchens, freezers.

Physical Demands

Must be able work in a fast-paced environment.

Majority of work takes place indoors.

Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures - i.e. freezers, loading dock.

Expected Hours of Work

Must be flexible to work variable days of the week to include weekends and holidays.

Ten to twelve hour shifts sometimes required.

Education and Experience

Experience as a Server/Bartender required, preferably in a high-volume bar.

Experience with computerized cash registers preferred.

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.

Principle duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions) include:

• Greet, welcome, and interact with guests in a warm and friendly manner.
• Take orders, prepare drinks according to recipes and serve all food and beverage requests in the bar.
• Demonstrate complete knowledge of the food and beverage menu.
• Prepare the bar for service by ensuring bar supplies, garnishes, utensils are properly set up in accordance with quality standards.
• Inventory unused liquor and beverages. Ensure that all liquor is properly secured before, during, and at close of shift.
• Adhere to all cash handling and credit card policies and procedures. Ensure that all drink orders from servers are accurately rung into the P.O.S. system.
• Clean and reset bartop and tables immediately after guests depart.
• Complete all closing duties and reports as assigned.
• Secure all liquors, beers, wines, coolers, cabinets and storage areas.
• Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Adhere to uniform and grooming standards.
• Perform other duties or projects as requested by management.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work quickly without compromising quality.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain a high level of performance.
• Attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees.
• Must be able to stand and exert fast-paced mobility for entire shift.
• Ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
• Food handlers and TIPS certificates required.
• Previous front facing guest service experience required.
• Must read, write and speak the English language fluently.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Pay Range: $21.30 + Tips. Base pay offered is reflective of minimum wage requirement.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.