Wait Staff Jobs in Marion, 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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Cafe Associate

  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 6 hours ago

... Why do people love eating in our cafe at Sams Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help cafe associates. Do you have a passion for preparing...

Prepared Food Team Member

  • Bartlett, TN (22 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bartlett, TN (22 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 6 hours 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...

Bojangles Team Member (Miembro del equipo) - Memphis, TN - 2056

  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 1 day ago

Start your Bo-Journey today! Its Bo Time isnt a phrase, its a lifestyle. We commit ourselves to being better for each other and our guests. You see this in our hospitality, our inclusiveness and...

barista - Store# 08406, SOUTHAVEN

  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 1 day ago

Join us and inspire with every cup! At Starbucks, it's 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...

Banquet Server

  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 3 days ago

BANQUET SERVER MEMPHIS, TN APPLY SHARE This is a Part-Time job just for you! Great Discount Room Benefits and More! Overview: The Banquet Server is responsible for preparing for and serving guests...

Server

  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (8 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 3 days ago

Join Arbor's Luxurious Assisted Living Community as a Dining Room Server and provide exceptional service to our esteemed senior residents. Shift Times Available: 6:30am-2:30pm / 3:30pm-8pm...

Cashier

  • Germantown, TN (23 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Germantown, TN (23 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 3 days ago

Job Introduction Do you enjoy meeting and talking to new people? Does being the face of a company excite you? Do you have a passion for delivering an extraordinary customer service experience...

Server - Hiring Now

  • Bartlett, TN (22 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bartlett, TN (22 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 4 days ago

Resort Lifestyle Communities is accepting applications for a part-time Server to provide a first-class dining experience to residents and their guests. Responsibilities include pre-setting tables,...

Kfc Team Member

  • Cordova, TN (23 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cordova, TN (23 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 4 days ago

We're looking for hard-working, enthusiastic individuals who want to be a part of a winning team at our KFC restaurant. If you enjoy working with people and love to learn new things, we want YOU...

Cashier/Sales Associate - Midday and Evenings

  • Marion, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Marion, AR
  • 4 days ago

Overview Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and be the heart of your store? Our Sales Associates do more than just run a register they keep our stores clean, inviting, and running smoothly for...

Evening Cleaning Team Member ( 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.)

  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 4 days ago

DAC Fitness has a passion for providing a beautiful facility, great customer service, and an environment that focuses on what's most important, the PEOPLE! This is way more than a job! We are...

Evening Cleaning Team Member

  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 4 days ago

DAC Fitness has a passion for providing a beautiful facility, great customer service, and an environment that focuses on what's most important, the PEOPLE! This is way more than a job! We are...

Overnight Cleaning Team Member

  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 4 days ago

DAC Fitness has a passion for providing a beautiful facility, great customer service, and an environment that focuses on what's most important, the PEOPLE! This is way more than a job! We are...

Smoothie Bar Barista

  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Southaven, MS (20 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 4 days ago

DAC Fitness has a passion for providing a beautiful facility, great customer service, and an environment that focuses on what's most important, the PEOPLE! This is way more than a job! Each shift...

Cashier/Runner

  • Millington, TN (18 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Millington, TN (18 miles from Marion, AR)
  • 5 days ago

Cashier/Runner The Torchy's legacy began in Austin, Texas in 2006 with an idea, a dedicated executive chef, and a food trailer to now operating in locations across multiple states. OUR MISSION: Be...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Marion, AR

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Marion, AR 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 Marion, AR
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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