Wait Staff Jobs in San Luis Rey, 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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Cashier/Pool Attendant- ,Dive Bar (Harrah's SoCal)

  • Valley Center, CA (19 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Valley Center, CA (19 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

JOIN A TEAM THAT GOES ALL-IN ON YOU Are you ready to join a team that embraces a Funner culture, blazes the trail, and commits to delivering Family-Style Service at every turn? Do you want to...

Looking for Food Runner's & Expo's

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 12 hours ago

COHN RESTAURANT GROUP is in need of an experienced Food Runners & Expos at our upscale Oceanside restaurant location, 333 Pacific. We are seeking candidates with high volume experience and a...

All FOH POSITIONS - 333 Pacific

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 12 hours ago

COHN RESTAURANT GROUP is in need of Full Time experienced FOH positions at our upscale Oceanside restaurant location, 333 Pacific. We are looking to fill all FOH positions including Bussers, Host,...

KFC Team Member

  • Lake Elsinore, CA (21 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lake Elsinore, CA (21 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 15 hours 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...

Server (DRCM)

  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships...

Cashier Attendant- Full Time, Corner Counter (Harrah's SoCal)

  • Valley Center, CA (19 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Valley Center, CA (19 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

This job contributes to Corner Counter at Harrahs SoCals success by providing fast, friendly and exceptional customer service to all guests with quality service, food, products and maintaining a...

Jack In The Box - Team Member - Cashier

  • Encinitas, CA (19 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Encinitas, CA (19 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

Whether you're learning the finer points of customer service as a Guest Service Cashier or cooking up craveable food in the kitchen, we want you to know we are here to help you learn new things and...

Starbucks Barista

  • Encinitas, CA (18 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Encinitas, CA (18 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Target store or reach out to Guest Services at ... for additional information....

Food Runner - Temecula Chili's

  • Temecula, CA (15 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Temecula, CA (15 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Our Food Runners create an exceptional experience for our Guests and their fellow Team Members by sharing their passion for beverages, food, and people. We hire primarily food...

Busser - Temecula Chili's

  • Temecula, CA (15 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Temecula, CA (15 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Our Busser Team Members are responsible for efficiently maintaining a clean and sanitary dining room for our guests. They provide the dependable and fast service that Chili's is...

Counter Server/ Food Runner - Stratford Court Cafe

  • Solana Beach, CA (22 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Solana Beach, CA (22 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Do you genuinely care about other people? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Are you a hard worker with a great attitude? If so, we have a spot for you. We care about our team and our...

Server

  • Escondido, CA (23 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Escondido, CA (23 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Server Department:Culinary Location:Escondido, CA Position: Server Part Time/ Full Time Available!! Ivy Park at Escondido is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped...

Server

  • La Costa, CA (16 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • La Costa, CA (16 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Range $16.50/hour + tips Apply Today Hiring Immediately Server Please walk-in to interview with a manager on Monday 6/23 to Sunday 7/6 (NO JULY 4th) hours are Monday to Saturday...

barista - Store# 21567, AVENIDA VISTA HERMOSA & I-5 - SAN CLEMEN

  • San Clemente, CA (13 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Clemente, CA (13 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 2 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

  • Solana Beach, CA (22 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Solana Beach, CA (22 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 2 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...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in San Luis Rey, CA

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 San Luis Rey, CA 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 San Luis Rey, CA
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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