Wait Staff Jobs in Connecticut

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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Professional Waitstaff and Bartending

  • Stamford, CT
  • 23 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 23 days ago

We are currently seeking reliable, professional wait-staff/bartenders who have 2 years of experience, a great work ethic, professional presentation, and great communication skills....

Breakfast Attendant

  • West Haven, CT
  • 17 days ago
  • West Haven, CT
  • 17 days ago

Hospitality and Guest Service: Must have a desire to serve all guests. Age Requirement: Must be 18 years of age or older to perform this job....

Cashier/Take-out restaurant

  • Stratford, CT
  • 4 hours ago
  • Stratford, CT
  • 4 hours ago

Immediate opening. Looking for experienced and mature person for busy pizza takeout. Looking for a responsible, friendly cashier, familiar with Italian food who can work fast-paced. Excellent...

Catering Assistant - Asda

  • Canterbury, CT
  • 8 hours ago
  • Canterbury, CT
  • 8 hours ago

Catering Assistant - Asda Job Type: Permanent Job Sector: Unspecified Region: South East Location: Canterbury Salary Description: Competitive Posted: 29/07/2025 Recruiter: Compass Group Job Ref:...

Waiter/ Waitress

  • Canterbury, CT
  • 8 hours ago
  • Canterbury, CT
  • 8 hours ago

Waiter/Waitress Job Type: Permanent Job Sector: Unspecified Region: South East Location: Canterbury Salary Description: Competitive Posted: 25/07/2025 Recruiter: Compass Group Job Ref:...

Restaurant Team Member - Cashier

  • Hartford, CT
  • 10 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 10 hours ago

Deliver excellent guest service in every circumstance. Be informed about the priorities of the day....

barista - Store# 07508, AVON MARKETPLACE

  • Avon, CT
  • 10 hours ago
  • Avon, CT
  • 10 hours 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...

Server - Per Diem

  • Southbury, CT
  • 14 hours ago
  • Southbury, CT
  • 14 hours ago

Per Diem - Must be able to work Weekdays and Weekends and must be able to work into the Fall months. When you work at Pomperaug Woods, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the...

barista - Store# 02850, PLAINVILLE

  • Plainville, CT
  • 16 hours ago
  • Plainville, CT
  • 16 hours 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...

barista - Store# 07913, GRANBY

  • Granby, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Granby, CT
  • 1 day 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...

ToGo Specialist

  • Plainville, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainville, CT
  • 1 day ago

Applebee's started with the same philosophy we followtoday - focused on serving good food to good people! T.L. Cannon is the owner / operator of 55 Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar restaurants....

Server

  • Plainville, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainville, CT
  • 1 day ago

This restaurant front of house job for FoodServer / Waiter will focus on guest service / waiting tables in which you willbe expected to provide great customer service....

Barista

  • Greenwich, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 1 day ago

Barista** **Job Reference Number:** 32672 **Employment Type:** Full-Time **Segment:** Dining & Events **Brand:** Constellation **State:** Connecticut (US-CT) **The Role at a glance:** We are...

Server

  • Waterford, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Waterford, CT
  • 1 day 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?...

Server

  • Stamford, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 1 day ago

Apply Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description At bartaco, food is our passion. But people are our purpose. We invest in our team because our people are at the heart of what we do. We're...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Connecticut

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 Connecticut offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.1%
Bachelor's Degree
21.2%
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 Connecticut
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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