Wait Staff Jobs in Fayetteville, AR

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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Prepared Foods Team Member

  • Elm Springs, AR (19 miles from Fayetteville, AR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elm Springs, AR (19 miles from Fayetteville, AR)
  • 1 day ago

... We are seeking a dependable and service-oriented individual to join our food services team. The ideal candidate will maintain high standards of cleanliness, food quality, and customer...

Sam's Cafe Associate, Back of House-Sam's Club

  • Springdale, AR (18 miles from Fayetteville, AR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Springdale, AR (18 miles from Fayetteville, AR)
  • 1 day ago

... We are seeking a dependable and service-oriented individual to join our food services team. The ideal candidate will maintain high standards of cleanliness, food quality, and customer...

Busser

  • Rogers, AR (24 miles from Fayetteville, AR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rogers, AR (24 miles from Fayetteville, AR)
  • 1 day ago

This job requires the Twin Peaks Busser to clean and maintain the Twin Peaks restaurant. Each team member is defined by pride, extreme standards, and discipline when it comes to keeping his/her...

Server

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 1 day ago

Join our dynamic team at Butterfield Trail Village in Fayetteville, AR, as a Full Time Server, where your contributions directly impact the lives of our residents. This onsite position offers a...

Cashier - Nights/Weekends

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 3 days ago

Starting hiring pay at: 12.5 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Cane's will wear many hats (including a Raising Cane's hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant...

Carhop/Skating Carhop (Server)

  • Lowell, AR (20 miles from Fayetteville, AR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lowell, AR (20 miles from Fayetteville, AR)
  • 3 days ago

Looking for a way to apply that boundless enthusiasm you wake up with every morning? We can help. At SONIC, you get great pay, flexible hours and a cool uniform-while doing the job you love. As a...

Restaurant Team Member (Crew)

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 3 days ago

Fun. Flexible hours. Great pay. Fantastic people. Professional fulfillment. That uniquely cool SONIC uniform. Can this possibly get any better? YES IT CAN! Like a Grilled Chicken Wrap, the SONIC...

Food Service Tech - Barista (Part-Time, Fri-Mon 6A-2:30P)

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 3 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Washington Regional Med. Ctr. - Fayetteville, AR Education Level : High School Diploma or GED Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Shift Varies Job Category :...

KFC Team Member

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 4 days ago

Are you ready to take your career to the next level while savoring the delicious taste of success? Look no further than KBP Foods, where we're searching for energetic and passionate individuals to...

Cafe Barista

  • Elm Springs, AR (19 miles from Fayetteville, AR)
  • 8 days ago
  • Elm Springs, AR (19 miles from Fayetteville, AR)
  • 8 days ago

... What you'll do... Sells coffees and other products by maintaining and improving the appearance of the entire store and coffee bar Determining customer coffee interests and needs presenting and...

barista - Store# 17955, MLK & I-540

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 8 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 8 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...

Night Time Team Member

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 9 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 9 days ago

Night Time Team Member 1049 N Salem Rd Location Fayetteville, AR Category Team Member Now Hiring Freddy's Fayetteville widget fulltime, parttime Pay rate $14 - $15 Apply Now Save job Back to...

Busser

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 9 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 9 days ago

Bussers clear and re-set tables at the restaurant per procedures so that guests may be seated quickly. In addition, Bussers: - Ensure that the tables, chairs, trash receptacles and floors are kept...

Prepared Food Team Member

  • Huntsville, AR (23 miles from Fayetteville, AR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Huntsville, AR (23 miles from Fayetteville, AR)
  • 10 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes, and organization? Our prepared meal and rotisserie chicken associates prepare fresh food items daily for our members through...

Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Team Member (AR015)

  • Springdale, AR (18 miles from Fayetteville, AR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Springdale, AR (18 miles from Fayetteville, AR)
  • 10 days ago

Location: 7022 W Sunset Ave Ste 1 Springdale, AR 72762 Work Week : Flexible hours are available! Able to work starting at 5:00 AM or until midnight if required, based on cafe hours and...

Demographic Data for Fayetteville, AR

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Fayetteville, AR

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Fayetteville, AR offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.1%
Bachelor's Degree
21.2%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
Master's Degree
4.1%
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 Fayetteville, AR
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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