Wait Staff Jobs in Colorado

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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Subway - Team Member

  • Berthoud, CO
  • 24 days ago
  • Berthoud, CO
  • 24 days ago

Are you a high energy, outgoing person who loves to help others and work as part of a team? Are you interested in starting a career in food service? Do you thrive in fast paced environments? Then...

Server

  • Aurora, CO
  • 3 hours ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 3 hours ago

Our Guest Service Experts take the initiative and deliver a wide range of services to make sure that guests enjoy their meal....

Starbucks Barista (T1976)

  • Aurora, CO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 4 hours ago

Support guest services such as back-up cashier, order pick up (OPU) and Drive-up (DU) and maintain a compliance culture while executing those duties, such as compliance with federal, state, and local...

Starbucks/Lead Barista

  • Parker, CO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Parker, CO
  • 4 hours ago

Ensure service standards are met and surpassed by providing customers with prompt, quality coffee selection, purchase and preparation. Monitors total department conditions and follows through to...

Starbucks/Barista

  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 4 hours ago

Provide exceptional customer service in a safe and clean environment to ensure the customer's return visit. Treat customers/employees in a fair and ethical manner, promoting an inclusive work...

Part Time - Head Cashier - Flexible

  • Westminster, CO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Westminster, CO
  • 4 hours ago

Essential Functions: NOTE: Minors in this role may not be responsible for some of the activities listed below Assisted Self Check Out Demonstrates ability to monitor and identify customers who...

Crew Team Member

  • Denver, CO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 4 hours ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonalds USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonalds logos and food products,...

Cashier

  • Lakewood, CO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Lakewood, CO
  • 7 hours 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

  • Thornton, CO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Thornton, CO
  • 7 hours ago

You know what it takes to fuel moments worth sharing and have exceptional time management, attention to detail, and guest service skills. Not sure if your experience aligns?...

Cashier

  • Sheridan, CO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Sheridan, CO
  • 7 hours ago

You know what it takes to fuel moments worth sharing and have exceptional time management, attention to detail, and guest service skills. Not sure if your experience aligns?...

Barista $18 + Tips

  • Black Hawk, CO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Black Hawk, CO
  • 7 hours ago

Overview Job Title: Barista Salary/Shift: $18 + Tips: Days/Swings - $20 + Tips: Overnight Status: Full Time and Part Time Located in beautiful Black Hawk, CO, the Monarch Resort Spa seeks a...

Server

  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 7 hours ago

$15.50-17.00 DOE Perks and Benefits*: Employee Referral Bonus of $1,000 Sinceri Senior Living Discount Marketplace Access to earned wages prior to payday Generous PTO Plan Career Development...

F&B Cashier

  • Boulder, CO
  • 19 hours ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 19 hours ago

Location: Nederland, Colorado Eldora is the backyard winter mountain playground for Greater Denver, Boulder County, and Colorado's northern Front Range. Eldora is located just outside of the...

Bull & Bush Brewery- Hiring SERVER/HOST/FOOD RUNNER

  • Glendale, CO
  • 19 hours ago
  • Glendale, CO
  • 19 hours ago

Hiring experienced SERVER/HOST/FOOD RUNNER for our Pub & Brewery located in Glendale, Colorado! We are looking for servers/hosts/expeditors whose mission is to create legendary guest experiences,...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Colorado

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 Colorado offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.1%
Bachelor's Degree
21.3%
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 Colorado
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%



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