Now Hiring: Server – Rooftop Restaurant at Hotel Erwin, Venice Beach
Location: Rooftop of Hotel Erwin, Venice, CA
Wage: $22.50/hour + tips
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
About the Restaurant
High above the iconic Venice Beach boardwalk, our new rooftop restaurant offers sweeping views, coastal-inspired cuisine, and a sun-drenched vibe from day to night. Operated by Wish You Were Here Group, this vibrant new concept blends Mediterranean flavors, elevated cocktails, and DJ-fueled energy into an unforgettable rooftop experience.
About the Role
We’re looking for friendly, professional, and service-driven Servers to join our opening team. As a Server, you’ll play a key role in creating exceptional guest experiences—delivering knowledgeable, attentive service in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
What You’ll Do
- Provide warm, attentive service that makes every guest feel welcome
- Present menus, answer questions, and offer informed food and beverage recommendations
- Accurately take and enter orders using the POS system
- Ensure guest allergies and dietary needs are communicated and respected
- Serve food and beverages promptly, professionally, and in compliance with service standards
- Handle payment transactions accurately
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of your section and the venue
- Collaborate with hosts, bartenders, kitchen staff, and management to ensure seamless service
- Follow all opening, closing, and sanitation procedures
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience as a server in a high-volume restaurant or lounge preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive attitude and ability to stay composed under pressure
- Alcohol Awareness and Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
- Open availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Why Join Us?
- Competitive wage: $22.50/hour + tips
- Work in a beautiful rooftop setting with ocean views
- Join the launch team of an exciting new hospitality concept
- Opportunities for advancement within Wish You Were Here Group
- Discounts on food and beverage
- Collaborative and inclusive team culture
Love hospitality? Thrive in fast-paced, vibrant environments?
Apply now and be part of the opening team at Hotel Erwin’s newest rooftop destination.
Education, Experience and Skill Requirements
- Company in-venue dining room server training, Alcohol Awareness Certificate, Food Handling Certificate.
- Previous hospitality experience.
- Previous dining room server experience.
- Experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge.
- Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to bend and lift to 50 lbs.
- Role may include job duties or tasks requiring repetitive motion.
- Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
- Must be able to work and remain focused in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends and holidays.