The Sheraton Pentagon City is an upscale hotel located in Arlington, offering stunning views of the Washington, D.C. monuments and situated just one mile from Arlington National Cemetery. We foster a fun and collaborative culture, ensuring our associates perform at their best. Our team enjoys hotel discounts, wellness initiatives, and a competitive benefits package, including tuition reimbursement and access to an Employee Assistance Program.
We encourage diverse and inclusive applications and welcome U.S. military candidates.
Join our team during an exciting transformation as the hotel prepares for a major renovation beginning in August 2026. This is a unique opportunity to be part of building an elevated, world-class Sheraton dining experience focused on exceptional hospitality, creativity, and memorable guest service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain proper daily setup of the bar, including requisitioning and stocking beer, wine, spirits, paper products, straws, stirrers, condiments, and produce based on daily function projections.
- Manage stock, cut, and store fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes, juices, and perishables to ensure product quality.
- Greet guests courteously, promote and document drink orders, mix, garnish, and present drinks using standard recipes with portion control.
- Comply with all State, Federal, and Corporate regulations for serving alcoholic beverages.
- Input orders into the point-of-sale system and create checks for guests to ensure accountability.
- Handle cash transactions, make change, verify charges, record transactions, and ensure proper voucher execution.
- Secure all beverage, food, and equipment items, make cash deposits, and secure the bank.
- Adhere to attendance policies and be regularly available to work.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills
- Hotel experience preferred.
- Effective communication skills with guests and team members.
- Basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation and alcoholic beverage service.
- Basic math skills to operate cash registers and handle transactions.
- Manual dexterity to prepare garnishes and handle glassware and bottles.
- Ability to memorize and promote menu items.
- Ability to operate POS systems.
- Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for extended periods.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Adaptable communication style for diverse audiences.
- Salary Range: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
- Eligible for tips/service charge
- No discretionary performance bonus
HEI Hotels and Resorts provides a comprehensive benefits program promoting physical, mental, and financial wellness:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holiday Programs
- Pet Insurance through ASPCA
- Supplemental, Spousal, and Child Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
- 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds
- Hotel Room Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- DailyPay
HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer, evaluating qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
