Wait Staff Jobs in British Columbia

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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Events- Event Server

  • Northland Properties
  • Langley, BC
  • 12 hours ago
  • Langley, BC
  • 12 hours ago

availability Calm and organized demeanour – even under high pressure situations High level of self-confidence, self-motivated Team oriented, also able to work independently Outstanding, proactive guest...

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Barista

  • Starbucks
  • Kelowna, BC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Kelowna, BC
  • 21 hours ago

Jobs Dashboard Profile Culture Benefits Partner Login Candidate Login English Single Position View All Jobs barista - Store# 57683, NORTH VILLAGE AT SPARTA 8A North Village Blvd., Lafayette, New...

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Casual Bus Person

  • The Salvation Army
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help...

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Server - JOSS restaurant -part time

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 2 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for EXPERENCED PROFESSIONAL SERVERS to join our team at the highly rated European JOSS restaurant, Bier Bar and Wine Bar featuring our wood fired oven specialties and house made...

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Busser

  • Din Tai Fung North America
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 2 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 2 days ago

As a Busser, you play an important role in keeping the dining room running smoothly and ensuring every guest walks into a clean, welcoming space. In this role, you move quickly and professionally...

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Front of House - Late Nigh Server

  • Denny's
  • Langley, BC
  • 4 days ago
  • Langley, BC
  • 4 days ago

Proud to be 100% Canadian-owned, Northland Properties' are recognized as one of the most trusted names in hotels, restaurants, resorts, sports, construction, and asset management. Our well-known...

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Experienced Server

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 5 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 5 days ago

Delara (recommended by the Michelin guide and nominated for Air Canada's best new restaurant 2022), is looking to expand its FOH team. We are looking for an experienced server to join our team. We...

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Server - Gray Monk Estate Winery

  • Andrew Peller
  • Lake Country, BC
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake Country, BC
  • 5 days ago

What You Bring A passion for delivering exceptional guest service and creating memorable dining experiences. Strong verbal communication skills with an ability to build rapport with guests....

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Cashier

  • A&W Restaurants
  • 100 Mile House, BC
  • 5 days ago
  • 100 Mile House, BC
  • 5 days ago

service A team player who likes working in a supportive environment Reliable and eager to learn new skills Available 1540 hours per week Duties & Responsibilities Guest Service & Cash Handling Take...

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TurtleJacks West Kelowna Breakfast Server - Breakfast

  • Days Hospitality Limited
  • West Kelowna, BC
  • 6 days ago
  • West Kelowna, BC
  • 6 days ago

Our philosophy is “to be great you need to have great people”.Accordingly, we are always searching for “great people”. If you thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial workplace we would be very...

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Restaurant Server

  • Capilano Group
  • North Vancouver, BC
  • 9 days ago
  • North Vancouver, BC
  • 9 days ago

The Cliff House Restaurant is our dining venue overlooking the Canyon Lookout. We offer guests great views of the surrounding rainforest, a large indoor/outdoor fireplace, and our West Coast...

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Barista

  • Paradies Lagardere
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 9 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 9 days ago

All Paradies Lagardère positions, including the Barista, require that you embody a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service with a smile to customers and team...

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General Runner

  • Delta Hotels and Resorts
  • Whistler, BC
  • 9 days ago
  • Whistler, BC
  • 9 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Our jobs arent just about moving items from one place to another. Instead, we want to build an experience that is memorable and unique and each position contributes to making that...

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Server - Lounge

  • Coast Hotels
  • Prince George, BC
  • 9 days ago
  • Prince George, BC
  • 9 days ago

Your company, your values, your career! Coast Hotels is a dynamic and growing brand. Our culture is rooted in our values, leadership accountability, and the growth and development of our...

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Banquet Server

  • Coast Hotels
  • Prince George, BC
  • 9 days ago
  • Prince George, BC
  • 9 days ago

Your company, your values, your career! Coast Hotels is a dynamic and growing brand. Our culture is rooted in our values, leadership accountability, and the growth and development of our...

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Wait Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Guardians - "The Waiting Game"
Balancing family, duty, and danger, the team discovers a poacher's snare and stages an ambush at the scene of the crime. However, the mission is perilousand the stakes are high. Curiosity Stream...
Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Vaccine Trained Staff)
This two-week course will help you gain an understanding of why vaccines can help protect the health of those living or working in prisons and those around them. Whats more, youll develop the...
Modern Explorers - "Paradise Waiting"
Jokke Espen and Niccolo have emotional reunions with family members: first in the Alps, and later on the island of Sardiniawhere Niccolo was raised. Curiosity Stream is a leading streaming...

Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in British Columbia

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 British Columbia offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
Master's Degree
4.2%
Some College
3.8%
Some High School
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%

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


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