About the role
Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking an energetic and hospitality-focused Cocktail Server to join the team at the Grand Gardner Hotel. The Grand Gardner Hotel is an Urschel Development property located in downtown Valparaiso, Indiana. Urschel Development is a wholly owned subsidiary of Urschel Laboratories in Chesterton, Indiana.
The Grand Gardner Hotel is an independent boutique hotel featuring 58 guest rooms and suites, a speakeasy, banquet space, and welcoming shared spaces. As part of our employee-owned culture, every team member contributes to the hotel's success. We believe that excellent guest experiences are the result of employees who understand how their work impacts guests, coworkers, and the overall operation of the business.
At Grand Gardner Hotel, we value teamwork, accountability, and pride in a job well done. Whether serving guests directly or supporting operations behind the scenes, each employee-owner plays an important role in maintaining the high standards that define our property.
Pay starts at $4.00/hour + tips
Part-Time Position
Availability Required: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Evenings
Why You’ll Love Working at the Grand Gardner Hotel
- Hotel stay and on-property dining discounts
- Flexible scheduling whenever possible
- Professional Development Support
- Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy
- Paid training and development opportunities
- Opportunities for advancement within the Food & Beverage team
Position Summary
The Cocktail Server is responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences while supporting the hotel's craft cocktail program at The Honor Roll and Bar 101. This position serves cocktails, beverages, and food while creating a welcoming and polished atmosphere for guests. Cocktail Servers play an important role in representing the Grand Gardner brand by providing attentive service, sharing beverage knowledge, and ensuring every guest enjoys a memorable experience.
The ideal candidate is outgoing, dependable, and passionate about hospitality. Successful candidates enjoy interacting with guests, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in delivering exceptional service. Previous restaurant, lounge, hotel, or cocktail service experience is preferred. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a professional appearance, and an interest in learning about craft cocktails, spirits, and elevated guest experiences. Familiarity with point-of-sale systems, payment processing, and responsible alcohol service practices is highly desirable.
What You'll Do
- Welcome guests and create a friendly, attentive, and professional experience.
- Explain cocktail menus, ingredients, spirits, and featured beverages with confidence.
- Make recommendations based on guest preferences and menu knowledge.
- Accurately take food and beverage orders and enter them into the POS system.
- Deliver food and beverages with attention to presentation and service standards.
- Anticipate guest needs and respond promptly to requests.
- Work closely with bartenders, barbacks, kitchen staff, and event teams to ensure seamless service.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of service areas, tables, glassware, and supplies.
- Follow Indiana alcohol service laws, ID verification procedures, and responsible service standards.
- Support banquet functions and special events as needed.
- Work evening shifts and maintain availability on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.
Physical Requirements
- Remain standing and walking for extended periods throughout the shift.
- Carry trays with food and beverages weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.
- Bend, reach, twist, and move efficiently through active dining and bar environments.
- Work in a fast-paced setting with moderate to high noise levels.
- Maintain a professional and guest-focused demeanor during busy service periods.
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EEO/Veteran/Disability
Date Posted: 11/4/2026