Server (tipped)

Donohoe Hospitality Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hotel room discounts

Daily pay access

Minimum 32 hours/week to qualify

Job summary

Donohoe Hospitality Services is hiring a Server for Hotel Nell – Union Market in Washington, DC. This on-site, full-time role offers a tipped wage with an hourly base rate and abundant guest interaction in a busy market neighborhood.

Responsibilities include taking orders, serving food and drinks, and maintaining the dining area while ensuring guest satisfaction. Daily pay access and comprehensive benefits are provided based on hours worked.

Qualifications

• Flexible schedule availability.
• Minimum 32 hours/week to qualify.

Responsibilities

• Take orders and serve food and drinks.
• Input orders into the POS system.
• Greet guests and provide friendly service.
• Maintain station cleanliness and restock as needed.
• Ensure guest satisfaction and accurate billing.

Skills

Stand/walk long

Good communication

Fast-paced work

Organization

Time management

Tools

POS system

Job description

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Server (tipped)

• Posted on October 22, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

411 New York Ave NE
Washington, DC 20002, USA

• On-site
• Rate : $10.29 USD per hour
• Restaurant
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SERVE004377

Description

Join our team as Server at Hotel Nell - Union Market

Located in the heart of Washington, D.C.’s vibrant Union Market neighborhood, Hotel Nell – Union Market is part of a destination rooted in the city’s rich culinary and cultural history. Originally established in 1931 as Union Terminal Market, the area quickly became a community gathering place, bringing together local farmers, retailers, and wholesalers to serve a growing Washington, D.C. The neighborhood’s legacy of connection, discovery, and hospitality continues today, with Hotel Nell offering guests an inviting and contemporary experience in one of the city’s most dynamic destinations. We are proud to be part of this evolving community and look forward to welcoming guests who come to experience all that Union Market and Washington, D.C. have to offer.

Server (tipped)

Salary Range: $10 +tips per hour - $10 +tips per hour

Position Summary

As a server, you are responsible for taking orders, serving food and drinks, and fulfilling guest requests. This position requires flexible schedule availability.

Essential Functions

• Answer questions about food and drinks, including their ingredients, preparation, and accompanying items.
• Greet newly seated guests in a friendly manner and within the time limit specified by outlet standards.
• Take drink orders at guest greeting, deliver beverages, and offer appetizers.
• Merchandise menu items, such as appetizers, entrees, and desserts.
• Input orders into the POS system.
• Knowledge of hotel services.
• Follow alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication of guests.
• Attend to guests' needs when delivering food and check back to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Garnish plates as specified by the menu standards.
• Maintain the table by checking drink levels, removing clutter, and providing extra napkins if necessary.
• Total bill and present check upon removal of the last plate or upon request.
• Maintain an accurate exchange of currency.
• Keep the station clean.
• Keep the immediate supervisor promptly and fully aware of all problems or unusual matters of significance.
• Maintain free coffee and tea throughout the shift.
• Perform assigned station-side work.
• Follow all food sanitation regulations, including but not limited to personal hygiene, food safety, and area cleanliness. Report any infractions to supervisor or manager immediately.
• Follow cash-handling and/or check-control procedures, including but not limited to coupons or complimentary item service.

Additional Responsibilities

• Adhere to all work rules, procedures, and policies established by the hotel, including, but not limited to, those contained in the employee handbook.
• The hotel operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Department schedules must accommodate fluctuating business demands, and employees may be asked to work shifts other than those they prefer or normally work.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to stand and walk for a long period of time.
• Ability to carry and lift heavy objects.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Organization and time management skills.

Benefits and Perks

• Donohoe Hospitality Services is pleased to offer employees a comprehensive Benefits Package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, leave of absence, retirement plans, paid time off, and hotel room discounts.
• and MORE! Through this selection of benefits and perks, we strive to provide employees with options that will enhance their quality of life in and out of work.
• *minimum 32 hours/week to qualify

We also offer daily pay access, allowing you to receive your earnings the same day you work, empowering you to manage your finances easily and confidently.

If you're ready to bring your energy and skills to a team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, we want to hear from you! and be a key player in creating memorable moments for our guests.

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