Server, Cocktail

Princess Cruises and Holland America Line; Alaska; On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel - FREE CRUISE AFTER YOUR FIRST 

Referral Program

Experience – Of a lifetime!

Rewards & Incentives

Community Service

Employee Activities

Professional Growth

Job summary

The Server, Cocktail position at Holland America Denali Lodge is a seasonal full-time opportunity with Princess Cruises and Holland America Line in Alaska. You will deliver food and beverages with friendly, attentive service, making guests feel welcome and helping to create memorable summer experiences.

You will present menus, follow the service sequence, handle POS transactions, and maintain high standards of cleanliness while upholding safety and company policies.

Qualifications

• Alaska Food Handler’s Card or ability to obtain
• Alaska Alcohol Safety Card
• Lift 50 lbs/23 kg
• Minimum age 21 to serve alcohol
• Pre-employment background check
• 18+ to reside in company housing where available
• Eligible to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship provided

Responsibilities

• Organize and stock workstation before, during, and after shifts.
• Greet guests and maintain a professional appearance.
• Present menus and recommendations to guests.
• Follow service sequence to ensure quality dining experience.
• Clear, clean, sanitize, and reset the venue as needed.
• Operate POS system and handle transactions accurately.
• Communicate safety and guest concerns to supervisors.
• Assist with running food, seating tables, and guest welcomes.
• Maintain high cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Contribute to a positive guest experience with professionalism.

Skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced

Independent

Health & safety

Stamina

Job description

Server, Cocktail

Department: Food and Beverage

Employment Type: Seasonal - Full Time

Location: Holland America Denali Lodge

Description

Service Excellence. Performance. Integrity. Teamwork. Consistency. Innovation.

Bring energy, efficiency, and a smile to every table. As a Server, you’ll create exceptional dining experiences by delivering food and beverages with friendly, attentive service—ensuring every guest feels welcome. You’ll follow all state, local, and company policies while helping guests make unforgettable summer memories—and making a few of your own along the way.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Organizing and setting up workspace before, during, and after each shift including stocking, cleaning, sanitizing, and preparatory work.
• Greeting and welcoming guests to the restaurant while maintaining a professional appearance.
• Knowledgably present menus and recommendations to guests.
• Using the company’s sequence of service with guests to make sure they are having a quality dining experience.
• Clearing, cleaning, sanitizing, and resetting the venue as needed.
• Efficiently operating a computerized point of sale system, completing financial transactions accurately, making change, and running credit cards.
• Effectively and proactively communicate any safety, guest, or employee concerns with the Supervisors and Management.
• Contributing to the overall success of the venue by running food, seating tables, and welcoming guests as needed.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in all work and storage spaces.
• Contribute effectively to a positive guest experience while maintaining a professional attitude and appearance.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must have or the ability to obtain an Alaska Food Handler’s Card.
• Must have a valid alcohol safety card for the State of Alaska.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs./23kg.
• Minimum age of 21 years required to serve alcohol in the State of Alaska.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check.
• Minimum age of 18 years is required to reside in company housing, where available.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States. Holland America-Princess is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time (e.g., H-2B status).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Ability to organize and prioritize work, maintain attention to time constraints, while working in a team or group environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and external influences.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while achieving daily goals.
• Ability to support and comply with company policies, procedures and guidelines including support and comply with company health and safety standards.
• Ability to stand/walk/work on feet for minimum of 8 hours per day.

BENEFITS

• Travel - FREE CRUISE AFTER YOUR FIRST SEASON!
• Reward for Referral Program
• Experience – Of a lifetime!
• Rewards & Incentives
• Community Service
• Employee Activities
• Professional Growth

HAP Alaska Yukon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status.