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What they do
A Waiter or Waitress takes orders and serves food and beverages to customers in restaurants. Answers customer questions about menu items, prepares checks and collects payment, and assists with clearing dishes and tables. May work in banquet or dining halls.
$33,929 / year median in California
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Join Marriott's Food & Beverage Operations team as a Server, delivering warm, attentive service in a fast-paced hospitality environment. You'll greet guests, present menus, make recommendations, accurately take orders, and coordinate with kitchen and bar staff to ensure timely, high-quality food and beverage service. Maintain clean, well-organized dining areas, process payments, and follow brand, safety, and sanitation standards. At Marriott, you'll enjoy a people-first culture, professional training, opportunities to grow your hospitality career, and the satisfaction of creating memorable guest experiences every shift. Responsibilities Greet and seat guests in a friendly, professional manner Present menus, answer questions, and make food and beverage recommendations Accurately take and enter orders using POS systems Coordinate with kitchen and bar staff to ensure timely, accurate service Serve food and beverages according to Marriott brand standards Monitor guest satisfaction and promptly address needs or concerns Process payments, handle cash, and balance checks accurately Maintain clean, organized dining, service, and work areas Follow all food safety, hygiene, and alcohol service regulations Support teammates and assist with side work and closing duties Required Skills Table service Point-of-sale (POS) operation Cash handling and payment processing Food safety and sanitation Menu and ingredient knowledge Allergen awareness Upselling and suggestive selling Order accuracy and coordination Basic math skills Customer service