Food & Beverage Team Members

Albany Marriott's company culture empowers our associates to take initiative, be proactive, and contribute to the success of their property with well-defined strategies and objectives. We are renowned for our fully integrated approach to hospitality services — all with outstanding client service. Our team is made up of the best talent in the hospitality industry, down to every employee, position, and hotel.

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications.  The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future.  The Hotel operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting times, and hours worked in a week.

Bartender

Responsible for preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages while providing excellent guest service. Maintains cleanliness of the bar area, handles payments, and ensures guests have an enjoyable experience.

Restaurant Server

Provides friendly and attentive service to guests by taking orders, delivering food and beverages, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the dining experience.

Busser / Food Runner

Supports the restaurant team by clearing and resetting tables, delivering food, assisting servers, and helping maintain a clean and organized dining area.

Restaurant Host / Hostess

Greets guests, manages seating arrangements, answers phones, and helps create a welcoming and positive first impression for all guests.

Food & Beverage Attendant

Assists with various restaurant and banquet operations including guest service, food delivery, setup, cleanup, and maintaining cleanliness standards.

Barback

Supports bartenders by stocking supplies, replenishing ice and glassware, and maintaining cleanliness and organization behind the bar.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of all State, Federal and Corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests.
• Hold a current Food Handler Card or in the process of being certified
• Hold a valid TABC license
• Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette.
• Knowledge of the appropriate table settings and service ware.
• Basic knowledge of the English language sufficient to understand inquiries from customers and communicate simple instructions.
• Ability to comprehend and apply written product labeling instructions to enable the safe application of products and processes within the hotel.
• Ability to remember, recite and promote the variety of menu items.
• Ability to operate beverage equipment, e.g., coffee maker.

• Ability to transport up to 30 lbs. through a crowded room on a continuous basis throughout the shift.  
• Lifting Fifty (30) pounds maximum.
• Constant standing & walking required.
• Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing and smiling.          

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Room Discounts
• Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

EEO: We are  committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.