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Experienced Server - JOEY DTLA

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$18.42/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

As a Server, you anticipate guest needs, exude genuine warmth and care, and seek opportunities to deliver the unexpected. Guests trust your expertise and recommendations as you are always building on ...

Service Assistant - JOEY DTLA

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$18.42/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

Show them what Iconic Hospitality means! * Assist servers in delivering exceptional service and a pristine environment for our guests. * Clear and set tables in a timely manner. * Monitor and assist ...

Rooftop Host

Los Angeles, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Hotel Per La is a premium luxury lifestyle property located in DTLA. The property is housed in a ... Assigns sections and notifies servers of new seats in their section to ensure the customers receive ...

Rooftop Host

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$26 - $27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Hotel Per La is a premium luxury lifestyle property located in DTLA. The property is housed in a ... Assigns sections and notifies servers of new seats in their section to ensure the customers receive ...

Rooftop Host

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$26/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Hotel Per La is a premium luxury lifestyle property located in DTLA. The property is housed in a ... Assigns sections and notifies servers of new seats in their section to ensure the customers receive ...

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How much do server dtla jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for server dtla in the United States is $15.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.34 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Server Dtla vs Bartender?

AspectServer DtlaBartender
CredentialsFood Handler Permit, TIPS CertificationAlcohol Service Certification, TIPS Certification
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, cafes, dining establishmentsBars, nightclubs, lounges
Industry UsageFood service industry, hospitalityHospitality, nightlife
Primary DutiesTaking orders, serving food and drinks, customer serviceMixing drinks, serving alcohol, customer interaction

While both Server Dtla and Bartender roles involve customer service in hospitality settings, Servers primarily focus on food and beverage service, whereas Bartenders specialize in preparing and serving alcoholic drinks. The credentials overlap, but the work environments and duties differ, making each role distinct within the hospitality industry.

What is a server?

Servers in DTLA (Downtown Los Angeles) are hospitality professionals who take food and drink orders, serve meals, and ensure guests have a positive dining experience in restaurants, bars, and cafes located in the downtown area. In addition to providing customer service, servers in DTLA often work in fast-paced environments and may handle a diverse clientele. Their responsibilities can include explaining menu items, processing payments, and maintaining cleanliness and organization at their stations. Many DTLA establishments value servers who are familiar with local trends and can offer recommendations to guests. Some positions may also require knowledge of specialty cuisines or beverages, depending on the venue.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a server in Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA), and why are they important?

To thrive as a Server in DTLA, you need strong customer service skills, basic math abilities, and often a food handler’s certification or equivalent experience. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, reservation platforms, and knowledge of local health regulations are typically required. Outstanding communication, multitasking, and teamwork skills help servers excel in a fast-paced, diverse environment. These abilities ensure efficient service, satisfied customers, and smooth restaurant operations in a competitive urban market.

What are some common challenges servers face in a busy downtown restaurant environment, and how can they overcome them?

Servers in downtown restaurants often manage high volumes of guests, tight turnaround times, and diverse customer expectations. Handling multiple tables simultaneously and staying organized during peak hours are frequent challenges. Effective communication with both kitchen staff and fellow servers is crucial for smooth operations. Building strong multitasking and conflict-resolution skills can help servers thrive in this fast-paced setting, ensuring a positive dining experience for guests while maintaining personal efficiency.
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Infographic showing various Server Dtla job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,808 per year, or $15.3 per hour.

Experienced Server - JOEY DTLA

JOEY Restaurants

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$18.42/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Re-posted 14 days ago


JOEY Restaurants rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

This is about YOU. Your passion, purpose, and potential. When you join the JOEY team, you can expect a warm, inclusive and creative environment. We are committed to training, educating, and empowering our people, and we live by our culture of People Development. JOEY Restaurants is all about opportunity and our success is directly attributable to our exceptional, team-oriented, and performance-driven partners (employees).

As a Server, you anticipate guest needs, exude genuine warmth and care, and seek opportunities to deliver the unexpected. Guests trust your expertise and recommendations as you are always building on your knowledge to deliver a world-class experience. You have a passion for hospitality and are a team player who thrives in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment. 

Wage Scale

Starting at $18.42 per hour. This position is eligible for tips.

Duties

  • Provide guests with friendly and attentive service throughout their dining experience. Show them what Iconic Hospitality means!
  • Assist guests with navigating our menu options. Utilize your extensive menu knowledge to recommend favorite beverage and food items per relevant likes, dislikes, and dietary needs.
  • Ensure timely and accurate input of orders in the point-of-sale system.
  • Monitor and assist with the delivery of guest beverage and food orders.
  • Prepare final guest checks in a timely manner and run payments safely and securely.
  • Resolve service issues and guest complaints with a sense of urgency, poise, and good judgment. It’s Your Business.
  • Reinforce guest identification requirements and age restrictions for alcohol sales in accordance with state law.
  • Follow all food and alcohol service and handling safety precautions and procedures. 

Basic Qualifications

  • 1-3+ years customer service experience (If you have high potential but less experience, we still want to meet you!).
  • Must have or be able to obtain valid local and/or state Food Handler and California Responsible Beverage Service certifications. 
  • Possess a passion for hospitality and a proven track record of creating world-class hospitality experiences.
  • Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.
  • Be able to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; frequent bending, reaching, and stretching; repetitive manual tasks; and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Successful employees at JOEY are genuine, warm, and caring.
  • They value honesty and conduct themselves with integrity.
  • They are comfortable providing and receiving feedback to achieve personal growth and performance excellence.
  • They are natural problem solvers with an insatiable desire to positively impact individual and team execution.
  • They are passionate about quality and professionalism.
  • They possess exceptional relationship building and communication skills.
  • They encourage healthy and supportive competition within their team.
  • They exude confidence, humility, and respect.
  • They take pride in presenting a professional appearance and demeanor.

Benefits

  • Career development, education, and growth opportunities.
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, medical reimbursement plan, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for benefit-eligible partners.
  • Discounted employee shift meals.
  • 10% discount for self and guests on all food and beverages when visiting any JOEY location.
  • Paid sick leave.
  • Referral bonus program.
  • Sales competitions and rewards.

Join our team!

If you're looking for a place to meet your potential, we'd like to meet you. Roll up your sleeves... YOUR journey starts here.

About JOEY Restaurants

The JOEY Restaurant Group exists to deliver the ultimate dining experience. Our handcrafted, locally, and globally inspired menu offerings are created by award-winning chefs and presented by world-class hospitality leaders in modern, warm, and lively environments. JOEY Restaurants has been family-owned and operated since 1992 and has grown into an iconic multi-concept brand throughout North America, with continued growth and expansion planned into 2030. 

JOEY Restaurants is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 

We are committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.

This job posting highlights essential responsibilities and requirements of the job and is for illustrative purposes only. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.

JOEY Restaurant Group has an internal recruitment department and will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes sent to JOEY, its employees, and databases, will be considered the property of JOEY Restaurant Group. External recruitment agencies must establish a fully executed service agreement with JOEY’s Human Resources department to submit resumes. JOEY will not pay fees to employment agencies who do not have an agreement in place. For contract inquiries please submit your request to usrecruiting@joeyrestaurants.com.

JOEY Restaurants exists to deliver the ultimate dining experience; it starts and ends with our people. We currently operate multiple  locations throughout North America and travel the globe to discover bold and addictive flavors, then turn them into signature recipes. Our people are our biggest investment and greatest return. We seek the best and the brightest, drive development, and reward top performers. JOEY is all opportunity, and our people is the way we succeed. They are masters of their craft, committed to creating a memorable and unique experience for each guest. We live by a simple credo: “Genuine Warmth and Care is always on the table.”
The JOEY Restaurant Group is an equal employment opportunity employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.


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