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In Room Dining Server

The Hay-Adams

800 16th Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20006

Hotel with 145 Rooms
Managed By B.F. Saul Company Hospitality Group
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Full-Time
Steeped in rich history and surrounded by the most iconic institutions of our nation, The Hay-Adams is the downtown Washington, D.C. hotel for discerning guests. Enveloped by views of the White House, St. John’s Church, and the scenic Lafayette Park, the 5-star accommodations at The Hay-Adams are the embodiment of refined residence. Marked by Washington, D.C.’s most accommodating amenities and dedicated services, The Hay-Adams is the boutique hotel of choice for the modern luxury traveler. The Hay-Adams offers an exceptional guest experience that goes beyond a good night’s sleep.
Position Scope
Provide excellent guest service according to the Hay Adams Standard.  Prepare and deliver Room Service orders and amenities to guest rooms, execute designated side-work.  Maintain a high standard of sanitation and cleanliness.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills
Must have good working knowledge of the English language - ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to guest and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurements, volume and distance.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Physical Ability
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Hay-Adams is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring diverse professionals.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Posted February 20, 2026

About The Hay-Adams

Where Everyone Is Welcome


Surrounded By Unparalleled Views Of The White House, Lafayette Square, And St. John's Church, And Originally Designed And Built As A Residential Hotel In The 1920S, The Hay-Adams Is One Of The Most Unique Hotels In Washington, Dc Today, With Refined Luxury To Match Our Prestigious Past.

Relax In 5-Star Accommodations, Including 124 Refined Guest Rooms And 21 Deluxe Suites. Gather With Intention For Any Occasion And Eat, Drink And Be Merry At Our Fine-Dining Restaurant And Award-Winning Bar.

Where Exceptional Knows No Exceptions

Originally Designed And Built As A Residential Hotel In The 1920S, Our Luxury Hotel Is Centered In Downtown Washington, D.C., In Lafayette Square Across From The White House, And Is One Of The City's Most Revered Landmarks. Privately Owned And Managed, It Is Operated By Our Dedicated, Talented, And Experienced Team Members. The Hay-Adams Exemplifies Heritage, Elegance, And Comfort At The Heart Of The Nation's Capital.

About B.F. Saul Company Hospitality Group


The Hospitality Group operates a portfolio of business class hotels that are branded under agreements with Intercontinental Hotels Group, Marriott International, Leading Hotels of the World, Best Western Hotels & Resorts and Hilton Hotels & Resorts. The properties are fully owned by the B. F. Saul organization and we employ a team of enthusiastic hospitality professionals. Please explore our site and learn about our fine organization, excellent people and the principles that guide our success.

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At B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group, we understand that the success of our company is a direct result of the dedicated efforts of our hard-working team members. 1,100 hospitality professionals strong and growing, our team members are the perfect example of what happens when pride, passion and drive come together to form One Team!