Cocktail Server Jobs
Cocktail Server jobs are open across hospitality, entertainment, gaming, and hotel groups, from entry-level banquet floors to high-volume nightlife and fine dining, with specializations in craft cocktail service, bottle service, and large-event catering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Starting at $12.65 per hour
Summary:
The Server is responsible for taking food and beverage orders; entering orders quickly and in proper sequence; serving food and beverages for guests in their section as well as other sections; coordinating with the kitchen to ensure timely service and quality of the food; and providing the highest quality of service to the customer at all times; performs all other responsibilities as directed by the business or as assigned by management. This is a non-exempt position and typically reports to the Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, or General Manager depending up local requirements.
Essential Functions:
- Takes food and beverage orders, places orders, delivers orders, checks back after delivery of food to ensure guest satisfaction, observes guests to respond to any additional needs
- Maintains table appearance by pre-bussing, checks drink levels, removes clutter and provides adequate napkins, etc
- Presents check for payment and provides change as needed
- Follows HMSHost customer service, adult beverage and cash handling policies and procedures
- Keeps station clean, sets up and takes down station tables appropriately
- Completes any assigned side work
Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment:
- Must meet state minimum age for serving alcoholic beverages
- Requires at least 6 months of closely related serving experience, work experience in high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment preferred
- Demonstrates the ability to interact with the public and coworkers in a friendly, enthusiastic and outgoing manner
- Requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 20 lbs
- Requires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with customers
- Frequently immerses hands in water and water diluted with chemical solutions
Avolta, including Dufry, HMSHost Corporation, Hudson, and affiliates (“the Company”), is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment and to comply with anti-discrimination laws and regulations. The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal opportunities to applicants and team members without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, age, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military service and veteran status, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).
About HMSHost
We are a global hospitality company with a passion for service! HMSHost offers the size, resources, training, and advancement opportunities you need to reach your most important career goals.
At HMSHost, we know our success is based on earning the trust and loyalty of our people. We commit to providing a work experience that earns your loyalty, provides a place where you feel like you belong, work you can be proud of, a place to have fun, earn money, and have the opportunity for advancement. We support this with competitive wages, robust benefits and recognition for a job well done.
Working for HMSHost is more than serving food & beverage, it’s like being an ambassador for the city you live in – as we put it – helping travelers feel good on the move!
Ready to feel great at work? Apply today to join the HMSHost family of restaurants, we help travelers feel good on the move!
Starting at $12.65 per hour
Summary:
The Server is responsible for taking food and beverage orders; entering orders quickly and in proper sequence; serving food and beverages for guests in their section as well as other sections; coordinating with the kitchen to ensure timely service and quality of the food; and providing the highest quality of service to the customer at all times; performs all other responsibilities as directed by the business or as assigned by management. This is a non-exempt position and typically reports to the Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, or General Manager depending up local requirements.
Essential Functions:
- Takes food and beverage orders, places orders, delivers orders, checks back after delivery of food to ensure guest satisfaction, observes guests to respond to any additional needs
- Maintains table appearance by pre-bussing, checks drink levels, removes clutter and provides adequate napkins, etc
- Presents check for payment and provides change as needed
- Follows HMSHost customer service, adult beverage and cash handling policies and procedures
- Keeps station clean, sets up and takes down station tables appropriately
- Completes any assigned side work
Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment:
- Must meet state minimum age for serving alcoholic beverages
- Requires at least 6 months of closely related serving experience, work experience in high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment preferred
- Demonstrates the ability to interact with the public and coworkers in a friendly, enthusiastic and outgoing manner
- Requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 20 lbs
- Requires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with customers
- Frequently immerses hands in water and water diluted with chemical solutions
Avolta, including Dufry, HMSHost Corporation, Hudson, and affiliates (“the Company”), is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment and to comply with anti-discrimination laws and regulations. The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal opportunities to applicants and team members without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, age, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military service and veteran status, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).
About HMSHost
We are a global hospitality company with a passion for service! HMSHost offers the size, resources, training, and advancement opportunities you need to reach your most important career goals.
At HMSHost, we know our success is based on earning the trust and loyalty of our people. We commit to providing a work experience that earns your loyalty, provides a place where you feel like you belong, work you can be proud of, a place to have fun, earn money, and have the opportunity for advancement. We support this with competitive wages, robust benefits and recognition for a job well done.
Working for HMSHost is more than serving food & beverage, it’s like being an ambassador for the city you live in – as we put it – helping travelers feel good on the move!
Ready to feel great at work? Apply today to join the HMSHost family of restaurants, we help travelers feel good on the move!
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Hospitality & Tourism
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cocktail server jobs.
- One or more years of cocktail or bar service experience in a high-volume setting
- Valid state alcohol service certification such as TIPS or ServSafe Alcohol
- Ability to carry multiple drinks on a tray and stand for an entire shift
- Working knowledge of cocktail menus, spirits, wine, and beer basics
- Point-of-sale system proficiency for order entry and payment processing
- Legal minimum age to serve alcohol as required by state law
Tips for Your Cocktail Server Job Search
Tailor your resume to service volume
Hiring managers in high-volume venues want to see cover counts, table turns, or event sizes on your resume. Swap vague phrases like 'provided excellent service' for specific numbers from your busiest shifts to show you can handle the floor.
List every certification you hold
TIPS, ServSafe Alcohol, and state-specific responsible beverage service certifications belong prominently on your resume, not buried in a footnote. Many venues filter applicants by certification before reading anything else, so put yours near the top.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cocktail server openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by venue type, not just location
The skills a casino floor expects differ from what a rooftop bar or hotel lounge needs. Search by venue type in your query terms so you surface openings where your style of service is actually a selling point, not a mismatch.
Demonstrate cocktail knowledge in your interview
Many cocktail server interviews include a quick menu quiz or a floor walk-through. Study the venue's current cocktail menu beforehand, know the base spirits in their signature drinks, and be ready to describe at least two items in sensory language.
Negotiate scheduling terms before accepting
Tip income depends heavily on shift selection, especially weekend nights and private events. Confirm which shifts are available before you accept an offer, since prime shifts often go to tenured staff and may not be accessible immediately.
Cocktail Server Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cocktail servers?
The companies hiring the most cocktail servers right now include Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Live Nation, and Levy, with the largest share of openings in Nevada, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Casino resorts, hotel groups, and large nightlife operators consistently post the highest volumes of openings.
How many cocktail server jobs are remote?
About 8% of cocktail server openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the in-person nature of most service roles. The small remote share tends to cluster in corporate beverage training coordinator positions and virtual hospitality education roles rather than traditional floor service jobs.
How do you become a cocktail server?
Start by completing a state-approved alcohol service certification such as TIPS or ServSafe Alcohol, since most licensed venues require it before you set foot on the floor. Build hands-on experience in any front-of-house role, then apply to cocktail server openings at venues that match your preferred service style, whether that is fine dining, nightlife, or hotel banquets.
Can you get hired as a cocktail server with little experience?
Yes, many venues hire candidates with limited cocktail service experience if you hold a valid alcohol service certification and can demonstrate strong customer-facing skills from any service job. Starting at a neighborhood bar or casual restaurant builds the floor instincts and drink knowledge that higher-volume venues look for when you apply for more competitive roles.
What does the cocktail server interview process look like?
Most cocktail server interviews start with a brief phone or in-person screen covering your availability and certification status, followed by an in-person meeting with a floor manager or general manager. Expect questions about handling difficult guests, your familiarity with the menu, and how you manage a busy section. Some venues ask you to do a short floor walk or a beverage knowledge quiz before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to cocktail server jobs?
You can find and apply to cocktail server jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and preferred venue type, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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