Hotel Restaurant Server
Company
Le Meridien Houston Downtown
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
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Job Description
Property Description:
Le Meridien Houston Downtown presents an exciting opportunity for job applicants seeking a dynamic and upscale hospitality career. Located in the heart of downtown Houston, our luxury hotel offers a unique blend of contemporary design, exceptional amenities, and renowned guest service. As a team member, you will have the chance to work in a fast-paced and vibrant environment, providing personalized service to our esteemed guests. With opportunities for career advancement, ongoing training, and a supportive work culture, Le Meridien Houston Downtown is the perfect place to elevate your hospitality career. Join our team of dedicated professionals and contribute to creating memorable experiences for our discerning guests. Apply now and take the next step in your hospitality journey with Le Meridien Houston Downtown!
Overview:
Are you a passionate and customer-focused individual with a love for hospitality? Join our team as a Server and be an integral part of creating exceptional dining experiences for our guests. With high energy and enthusiasm, you will have the opportunity to showcase your interpersonal skills and provide outstanding service that leaves a lasting impression. From recommending delectable menu items to ensuring a seamless dining journey, you will play a vital role in delivering an unforgettable culinary experience. As part of our dedicated team, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the chance to build meaningful connections with our guests. If you have a genuine passion for hospitality, impeccable attention to detail, and a knack for creating memorable moments, this is your chance to shine in a rewarding and dynamic role!
Responsibilities:
• Greet guests with a warm and friendly demeanor, ensuring a positive first impression.
• Guide guests through the menu, providing recommendations and answering any questions.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders and relay them to the kitchen and bar.
• Serve food and beverages in a timely and professional manner, ensuring presentation and quality meet our high standards.
• Anticipate guest needs and provide personalized service to enhance their dining experience.
• Clear tables and maintain a clean and organized dining area.
• Process guest payments and handle cash transactions accurately.
• Collaborate with the kitchen and bar staff to ensure smooth coordination and exceptional service delivery.
Join our dynamic team of hospitality professionals as a Server and be part of creating unforgettable dining experiences that keep our guests coming back for more. Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey where your dedication, enthusiasm, and service excellence will be celebrated and recognized!
Qualifications:
• Food/Beverage Service Worker Permit, where applicable
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Six months to one year serving experience preferred
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Read, write and speak English fluently
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
• Knowledge of food and beverage service standards
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Meet minimum age requirement of jurisdiction
Benefits:
Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.
In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match
Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.
EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation
Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.
Le Meridien Houston Downtown presents an exciting opportunity for job applicants seeking a dynamic and upscale hospitality career. Located in the heart of downtown Houston, our luxury hotel offers a unique blend of contemporary design, exceptional amenities, and renowned guest service. As a team member, you will have the chance to work in a fast-paced and vibrant environment, providing personalized service to our esteemed guests. With opportunities for career advancement, ongoing training, and a supportive work culture, Le Meridien Houston Downtown is the perfect place to elevate your hospitality career. Join our team of dedicated professionals and contribute to creating memorable experiences for our discerning guests. Apply now and take the next step in your hospitality journey with Le Meridien Houston Downtown!
Overview:
Are you a passionate and customer-focused individual with a love for hospitality? Join our team as a Server and be an integral part of creating exceptional dining experiences for our guests. With high energy and enthusiasm, you will have the opportunity to showcase your interpersonal skills and provide outstanding service that leaves a lasting impression. From recommending delectable menu items to ensuring a seamless dining journey, you will play a vital role in delivering an unforgettable culinary experience. As part of our dedicated team, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the chance to build meaningful connections with our guests. If you have a genuine passion for hospitality, impeccable attention to detail, and a knack for creating memorable moments, this is your chance to shine in a rewarding and dynamic role!
Responsibilities:
• Greet guests with a warm and friendly demeanor, ensuring a positive first impression.
• Guide guests through the menu, providing recommendations and answering any questions.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders and relay them to the kitchen and bar.
• Serve food and beverages in a timely and professional manner, ensuring presentation and quality meet our high standards.
• Anticipate guest needs and provide personalized service to enhance their dining experience.
• Clear tables and maintain a clean and organized dining area.
• Process guest payments and handle cash transactions accurately.
• Collaborate with the kitchen and bar staff to ensure smooth coordination and exceptional service delivery.
Join our dynamic team of hospitality professionals as a Server and be part of creating unforgettable dining experiences that keep our guests coming back for more. Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey where your dedication, enthusiasm, and service excellence will be celebrated and recognized!
Qualifications:
• Food/Beverage Service Worker Permit, where applicable
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Six months to one year serving experience preferred
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Read, write and speak English fluently
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
• Knowledge of food and beverage service standards
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Meet minimum age requirement of jurisdiction
Benefits:
Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.
In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match
Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.
EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation
Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the federal minimum wage for restaurant servers in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for restaurant workers is $7.25 per hour as of January 1 2026. Tipped employees receive a cash wage of $2.13 per hour with tips required to reach the full $7.25 minimum. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the rate applies after 40 hours in a workweek.
How many hours can restaurant workers legally work per week without overtime in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, non-exempt restaurant employees must receive overtime after 40 hours worked in a workweek during 2026. Employers must pay 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours over 40. Breaks of 30 minutes or more are not counted as working time if the employee is completely relieved of duties.
What work authorization documents are required for non-citizens applying to restaurant jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, all new hires must complete Form I-9 by the end of their first day of work in 2026. Acceptable documents include a U.S. passport or green card combined with a driver's license. Employers must reverify work authorization before expiration of documents such as Employment Authorization Documents.
What tax withholding applies to restaurant tips in the United States in 2026?
As per the Internal Revenue Service, employers must withhold income tax, Social Security at 6.2 percent, and Medicare at 1.45 percent on all tips reported in 2026. Employees must report tips of $20 or more in a month to their employer by the 10th of the following month. Unreported tips are still subject to self-employment tax on Schedule SE.
