Wait Staff Jobs in Forestville, CA

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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Server - Picobar

  • Calistoga, CA (19 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Calistoga, CA (19 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Solage was created to reflect its hometown spirit, drawing visitors as well as area vintners who come here after a day in the vineyards to relax over a glass of wine or a craft cocktail and connect....

Team Member: Service Champion

  • Petaluma, CA (20 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Petaluma, CA (20 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The minimum and maximum wage for this position is $20/hr! DRG is looking for energetic, enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Team Members! A Team Member is someone who enjoys people and is...

Hosts and Bussers

  • Santa Rosa, CA (7 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA (7 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Hosts and Bussers (santa rosa) Jackson's Bar & Oven image 1 of 1 135 4th Street near Davis compensation: $17.85 + TIPS + employee meal employment type: experience level: entry level job title:...

barista - Store# 13463, AIRPORT & AVIATION - SANTA ROSA

  • Santa Rosa, CA (7 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA (7 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 1 day ago

barista - Store# 13463, AIRPORT & AVIATION - SANTA ROSA Starbucks - 3.8 Santa Rosa, CA Job Details Full-time $20.25 - $22.99 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Disability insurance...

Team Member

  • Petaluma, CA (20 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Petaluma, CA (20 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Our teams take pride in providing excellent guest service by ensuring the quality of the food and beverages we serve; and by keeping a safe and clean store environment....

Server Attendant, Hudson Springs, Seasonal

  • Healdsburg, CA (9 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Healdsburg, CA (9 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

Food Server

  • Petaluma, CA (20 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Petaluma, CA (20 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Cinnabar Elementary School See attachment on original job posting Cover letter, resume, application, two letters of recommendation (required)Fingerprint clearance and TB test clearance (required...

Lodge at Marconi Restaurant & Event Server

  • Marshall, CA (20 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Marshall, CA (20 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Lodge at Marconi is seeking part-time and full-time restaurant and event servers with a minimum of 2 years fine dining experience. Familiarity with Aloha POS, wine knowledge and exceptional...

Barista / Cashier - Hiring Immediately

  • Sebastopol, CA (6 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sebastopol, CA (6 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 4 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...

barista - Store# 10548, Gravenstein Hwy & Southpoint

  • Sebastopol, CA (6 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sebastopol, CA (6 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 4 days 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...

AM Server (Part-Time)

  • Calistoga, CA (19 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Calistoga, CA (19 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Restaurant servers are responsible for submitting guest menu selections and presenting these food and beverage preferences. The right person will gain menu knowledge and give recommendations from...

Servers at Beautiful Mayacama Golf Club

  • Santa Rosa, CA (7 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA (7 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Mayacama is a private golf and lodging club situated in the beautiful rolling hills of northeastern Santa Rosa, California. We are seeking Part Time and Oncall Servers Applicants must have an...

Barista / Cashier Flexible Hours

  • Cloverdale, CA (20 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cloverdale, CA (20 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 5 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...

barista - Store# 08675, HWY 101 & CLOVERDALE BLVD

  • Cloverdale, CA (20 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cloverdale, CA (20 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 5 days 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...

Food Service Staff in TK-8 District- Part Time - 6 Hours per day

  • Sebastopol, CA (6 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sebastopol, CA (6 miles from Forestville, CA)
  • 6 days ago

ServSafe Food Handlers Card (If applicant has not yet obtained this training/certification, offer of employment will be conditional upon successfully passing the course.) TB Test Fingerprinting...

Demographic Data for Forestville, CA

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Forestville, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Forestville, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.4%
Bachelor's Degree
21.1%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
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 Forestville, CA
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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