Wait Staff Jobs in Oneonta, AL

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.

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Runner

  • Boaz, AL (21 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boaz, AL (21 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 1 day ago

- Deliver food orders from the kitchen to customers' tables rapidly and accurately. - Act as the point of contact between Front of the House and Back of the House staff. - Communicate food orders...

Team Member: Service Champion

  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Hiring up to $14 per hour for talented Service Champions! "You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be...

Restaurant Team Member Part Time

  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Req ID: 462835 Address: 64 E. Pike Rd. Falkville, AL, 35622 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

KFC Team Member (Customer Service or Cook)

  • Oneonta, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Oneonta, AL
  • 6 days ago

When you join the KFC brand, you join our family! The KFC family takes pride in our high quality standards, southern-inspired hospitality and serving guests our world-famous chicken! We have a...

Papa Johns Cashier II

  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 7 days ago

Papa John's Cashier II 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars Hanceville, AL 35077 There's never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers...

Papa John's Cashier II

  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 9 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

Retail Cashier Part Time

  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 9 days ago

Req ID: 462012 Address: 64 E. Pike Rd. Falkville, AL, 35622 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

KFC Team Member $11/hr Starting Pay

  • Cullman, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cullman, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 10 days ago

At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals matter, and when we serve them with southern hospitality, we make our customer's day. So our jobs...

Restaurant Team Member

  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 10 days ago

Req ID: 459321 Address: 64 E. Pike Rd. Falkville, AL, 35622 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Store Cashier II

  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 11 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

Crew Team Member

  • Altoona, AL (10 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Altoona, AL (10 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 12 days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonalds USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonalds logos and food products,...

barista - Store# 17221, HWY 69 & OLIVE STREET - CULLMAN

  • Cullman, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Cullman, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Join us and inspire with every cup!** At Starbucks, its all about connection. People are at the heart of who we are, especially the people that are a part of our store team. We connect with each...

Burger King Cashier II

  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

Popeyes Cashier II

  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hanceville, AL (22 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

Restaurant Team Member

  • Steele, AL (10 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Steele, AL (10 miles from Oneonta, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Req ID:** 459349 **Address:** 905 Steele Station Road Steele, AL, 35987 **Benefits:** _* Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program_ _* Paid Time Off * Flexible...

Demographic Data for Oneonta, AL

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Oneonta, AL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Oneonta, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.1%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.6%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
3.8%
Some High School
3.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Wait Staffs in Oneonta, AL
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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