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Server

Hawaii The Resort at Kapalua Bay Maui Estimated salary: $14–$18 per hour plus tips; approximately $25–$40 per hour including gratuities
Role summary

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The Server is responsible for welcoming guests, explaining menu items, taking accurate food and beverage orders, delivering service promptly, and processing payments while maintaining a warm, professional attitude. Candidates should have strong communication and customer-service skills, good attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy restaurant or resort environment. Previous serving experience is helpful, although hospitality training may be provided. The role requires extended periods of standing and walking, teamwork, reliable attendance, and flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Food-safety knowledge, a professional appearance, and the ability to handle guest requests positively are expected.

About the employer

The Resort at Kapalua Bay Maui is a luxury hospitality destination on Maui’s scenic northwest coast, surrounded by beaches, tropical landscapes, and renowned golf courses. The property serves leisure travelers, families, and high-end resort guests through accommodations, restaurants, guest services, recreation, and wellness facilities. Hospitality employees are expected to provide attentive, personalized service while representing the relaxed and welcoming spirit of Hawaii. A server supports the resort’s dining operations by delivering accurate, friendly, and efficient service in a beautiful but fast-paced environment. The property is associated with the Marriott luxury resort network in Kapalua, where service standards emphasize professionalism, cultural respect, teamwork, and memorable guest experiences. Working here can provide experience in luxury hotels, food and beverage operations, and international hospitality.

What the job usually comes with in Hawaii

Usual for Hawaii, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.

HousingUsually not; rents very high
MealsStaff cafeteria at large resorts
FlightsNone (managers negotiate)
Service chargeF&B service charges go to staff unless guests are told otherwise (by law)
ContractAt will; union rules in Waikiki
LeaveNone by law; employer health insurance (by law)
Income taxFederal 10% to 37% plus state 1.4% to 11%

Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.

Can I work in Hawaii?

How it works: No ordinary visa for hotel jobs; a J-1 traineeship of up to 12 months is the realistic route.

Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.

Official source: USCIS: working in the United States. Checked November 2026.

Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.

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