Job Description Summary

The Dining Room Attendant (DRA) supports other staff members by handling basic tasks, such as taking and delivering orders, preparing beverages. The DRA responsibilities include setting tables, serving food orders, and removing used dishes and utensils.

Job Description

Position Title:                              Dining Room Attendant – Food Runner (Full Time)

Location:                                      Sonesta Denver Downtown

Department:                              Food & Beverage

Reports To:                                  Restaurant and Banquets Manager

Type:                                              Non-Exempt (Hourly), Full Time

Pay Range:                                  $20.00 to $20.50 per hour

Application Deadline:           October 11th, 2025

Job Description Summary

The Dining Room Attendant (DRA) supports other staff members by handling basic tasks, such as taking and delivering orders, preparing beverages. The DRA responsibilities include setting tables, serving food orders, and removing used dishes and utensils.

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve food and beverages orders, with appropriate garnishments and condiments to guestsResponsible for making sure all food items are served as soon as they are ready.Each guest seated at a table should be served together - Timing is important.Respond to questions with informed answers.Must be able to stand and exert fast-paced mobility for the entire shift.Must have a good sense of balance, be able to lift, bend, kneel, stoop, push, pull and wipe.Must be able to frequently lift and carry food, beverage, and other items weighing up to 50 pounds.Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Complete knowledge of and strictly abides by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons, and drunk driving; Minimum of 18 years of age to serve alcoholic beveragesMust be able to stand and exert fast-paced mobility for the entire shift.Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision.Ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.Previous front-facing guest service experience preferred.Must read, write and speak the English language fluently.Experience with computerized cash registers preferred.

Additional Information

Pay:  $20.00 to $20.50 per hour. Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors including but not limited to job related knowledge, skills, and job specific experience/overall experience.

Application Deadline:  October 11th, 2025

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (starting the first of the month after start date)Health Savings Account with Company Match401(k) Retirement Plan with Company MatchPaid Vacation and Sick DaysSonesta Hotel DiscountsEducational AssistancePaid Parental LeaveCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability InsuranceVarious Employee Perks and DiscountsGo Beyond @SonestaHotelsWHO WE ARE

We are an organization made up of people, thoughts and ideas – all working towards fulfilling our simple mission: To wow every guest, team member, partner & community we operate in by delivering quality, value & amazing hospitality.

We will achieve our mission by being passionate about exceeding expectations - by being persistent, resilient, and constantly seeking new and creative ways to succeed.  Doing the Right Thing and Going Beyond are our principles that guide everything we do.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered. 

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Pay:  $20.00 to $20.50 per hour. Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors including but not limited to job related knowledge, skills, and job specific experience/overall experience.

Application Deadline:  October 11th, 2025

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

Medical, Dental and Vision InsuranceHealth Savings Account with Company Match401(k) Retirement Plan with Company MatchPaid Vacation and Sick DaysSonesta Hotel DiscountsEducational AssistancePaid Parental LeaveCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability InsuranceVarious Employee Perks and DiscountsHospital IndemnityCritical Illness InsuranceAccident 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 or protected veteran status.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.