Lead Server
Company: Commonwealth Hotels
Role summary
Lead Server is a full-time role at Commonwealth Hotels in Manhattan, Kansas, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-28. Salary: USD 11 per hour. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Lead Server
- Company
- Commonwealth Hotels
- Location
- Manhattan, Kansas, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Hospitality
- Salary
- USD 11 per hour
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-10-28
You’ll get to help shape the guest experience at a landmark Manhattan hotel by mentoring the dining team and keeping service running smoothly. It’s a fantastic opportunity if you have a background in hospitality and enjoy taking charge of a shift without needing a degree to get started.
Job description
About the Job
DoubleTree by Hilton Manhattan is hiring an experienced Lead Restaurant Server to guide our food and beverage team. If you have restaurant, server, waitstaff, banquet, catering, or hospitality experience and enjoy training others and leading a shift, we’d love to meet you. DoubleTree by Hilton is known for its warm welcome and signature chocolate chip cookie, and you’ll help set the tone for every guest’s dining experience.
Responsibilities
Lead servers, bussers, hosts, and banquet staff during restaurant, breakfast, and event service
Greet guests warmly and serve food and beverages with a high standard of service
Train and coach new servers on menu knowledge, service steps, and the point-of-sale (POS) system
Assign stations and side work, and help keep service running smoothly during busy periods
Set up, serve, and break down banquet and catering events, including meetings, weddings, football weekend gatherings, and group functions
Handle guest requests and concerns quickly and professionally
Check the dining room, buffet, and service stations for cleanliness, stocking, and presentation
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service guidelines
Help with cash handling, check-outs, and end-of-shift reports
Work closely with the kitchen, bar, front desk, and management teams
Step in and serve tables when needed
Qualifications
1+ year of experience as a server, banquet server, or in food service; lead, trainer, or supervisory experience preferred
Strong customer service, communication, and leadership skills
Knowledge of POS systems and food and beverage service
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Ability to stand and walk for long periods, carry trays, and lift up to 25 lbs
Food handler’s card, ServSafe, or alcohol service certification is a plus
Benefits
Competitive hourly pay plus tips
Flexible scheduling
Hilton team member hotel discounts worldwide
Paid training and leadership development
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Opportunities for growth within the hotel and Hilton brands
Friendly, team-oriented work environment
Why Join Us?
Move up in your hospitality career with a global brand. We hire for personality, train for skill, and promote from within.