Wait Staff Jobs
Wait Staff, also known as servers, are integral to the Hospitality Service industry as they are primarily responsible for serving food and beverages to customers, taking orders, and providing excellent customer service in restaurants, cafes, and other food-service establishments. Their tasks include handling cash transactions, cleaning tables, answering customer inquiries about the menu, and ensuring that the food service area is clean and well-stocked. They are the face of the establishment, as they directly interact with customers, making them crucial in maintaining the restaurant's reputation and overall guest experience.
Essential skills for Wait Staff include strong communication, ability to work under pressure, customer service skills, physical stamina, and multitasking. They must also have a good memory to remember orders and the layout of the tables. No specific certifications are generally needed, but having a Food Handler's Card or ServSafe certification can be beneficial, while some upscale restaurants might require formal training or a degree in hospitality or a related field. Before becoming a Wait Staffer, a person may have roles such as Host or Hostess, Busser, or Food Runner. These positions allow individuals to gain experience in the food service environment and customer service, preparing them for a server position.
welcoming guests Take orders and help guests in a polite, caring and pleasant way Delivering food to tables Delivering a great customer experience Clean up the dining area and serving area after each meal Vacuum...
We are looking for a Server who is reliable and able to handle a busy, fast-paced, fun environment. An ideal candidate will have experience in a full-service or casual dining bar or restaurant....
- Wesley Enhanced Living
- Doylestown, PA
- 2 days ago
- Wesley Enhanced Living
- Doylestown, PA
- 2 days ago
Overview Wesley Enhanced Living is Ranked #4 in the Nation as the Best Workplace in our industry! Wesley Enhanced Living Doylestown is hiring a Dining Server! This position is part-time evenings,...
Job Expectations: Deliver outstanding guest service with a smile Assist with food and beverage management Maintain sanitation and food safety standards Participate in food preparation and baking Operate...
- Random Lake Pizzeria
- Random Lake, WI
- 8 days ago
- Random Lake Pizzeria
- Random Lake, WI
- 8 days ago
Looking for a fun, fast-paced place to work with amazing people and even better food? Random Lake Pizzeria is on the lookout for energetic, personable Servers to join our team 2–4 days a week....
- Stubborn Mule Restaurant & Brewery
- Landrum, SC
- 11 days ago
- Stubborn Mule Restaurant & Brewery
- Landrum, SC
- 11 days ago
Looking for Servers to join our awesome team at Stubborn Mule Restaurant & Brewery in Landrum, SC 29356. As a Server, you'll be rocking the customer service, taking orders, serving up delicious...
Additional Information Back Aisle Attendant Job Number 25065764 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa, 1000 Tournament Players Club Blvd, Ponte...
Additional Information Seasonal Summer May to August, Complimentary Meal, Parking, Weekend, Holiday, Day and Evening Shifts availability. Job Number 25064245 Job Category Food and Beverage &...
Additional Information Pay:$24.10 to $30.12/hour, On-Call, Union position. Schedule varies Job Number 25065163 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, 2605...
Additional Information Job Number 25065032 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, 2605 Kaanapali Parkway, Lahaina, Hawaii, United States, 96761 VIEW ON MAP...
Record transaction in MICROS system at time of order. Check in with guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and/or beverages....
The ideal barista is motivated, outgoing and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day. A day in the life Prepare and serve beverages and food items consistently by adhering to...
Additional Information AAA Hotel Classification, Pay: $14.21/hour Job Number 25065892 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott Maui, 3700 Wailea Alanui...
Record transaction in MICROS system at time of order. Check in with guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and/or beverages....
Record transaction in MICROS system at time of order. Check in with guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and/or beverages....
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Highest Education Level
Wait Staffs offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Wait Staff position
- Military Background
- Ordering Merchandise
- MICROS Systems
- Banquet Catering
- Casual Dining
- Front of House
- Back of House
- Guest Service
- Food and Beverage Management
- Buffet
- Dishwashing
- Sanitation
- Loyalty Marketing
- Fryer
- Fine Dining
- Menu Planning
- Food Preparation
- Catering
- Food Handling
- Courteous
- Food Safety
- Baking
- Point-of-Sale System
- Health and Safety
- Long-Term Disability
- Wellness
- Cooking
- Cashier Skills
- Merchandising
- Cash Handling
- Energetic
- Reimbursement
- Scanning
- Stocking
- Closing
- Friendliness
- High School Diploma
- Punctual
- Retail
- Events
- Flexibility
- Interpersonal Skills
- Multitasking
- English
- Inventory Management
- Regulations
- Sales
- Policy Development
- Team Building
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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