Wait Staff Jobs in Atlantic Beach, FL

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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Restaurant Team Member

  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 16 days ago

Req ID: 459150 Address: 12921 Duval Rd Jacksonville, FL, 32218 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Restaurant Team Member Part Time

  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Req ID: 461954 Address: 400 Pecan Park Road Jacksonville, FL, 32218 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling *...

Cashier

  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 10 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...

Food Captain

  • Fernandina Beach, FL (18 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Fernandina Beach, FL (18 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 10 hours ago

Store 2745033: 3062 S 8th St, Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 Availability - Shift/Days Flexible Availability Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company complies with the Americans...

Server

  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (8 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (8 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Starling is a progressive, growing, senior living organization that believes our team members are paramount to our success. Identifying talent and developing leaders that share our values are at...

Seasonal: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food & Beverage, Front of Store Attendant (Cart Attendant), Style, Inbound (Stocking) (T1974)

  • Jacksonville, FL (7 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (7 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Seasonal Service & Engagement: Advocates of guest experience who welcome, thank, and exceed guest service expectations by focusing on guest interaction and recovery....

barista - Store# 58886, BEACH BLVD AND ST JOHNS BLUFF

  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 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...

Room Service Overnight Server

  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (8 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (8 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club 200 Ponte Vedra Boulevard Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 262 Room Resort Managed By Gate Hospitality Group 1 Location Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet...

Set Up Captain

  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (8 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (8 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Courteously respond to all Guest requests; contact Set Up Manager or Conference Services Manager as needed. 24. Set up all group name stands for each and every function. 25....

Food Runner

  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (8 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (8 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

service as assigned by Dining Room Manager or Chef....

F&B Captain

  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (8 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (8 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club 200 Ponte Vedra Boulevard Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 262 Room Resort Managed By Gate Hospitality Group 1 Location Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet...

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Compensation Range $14.50 - $17.00 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Bussers

  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Hello! We are looking for hardworking, punctual employees to help out with a thriving seafood dining experience just one mile from the beach. The Fish Co of Atlantic Beach has been a staple of the...

Cashier

  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Qualities of awesome Canes Restaurant Crewmembers: Team player Excellent communicator Happy, Courteous and Enthusiastic Hard working and attentive Responsible and dependable Authentic and genuine Takes...

Catering Runner, EverBank Stadium

  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (20 miles from Atlantic Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring seasonal Catering Runners to join our EverBank Stadium team in Jacksonville, Florida. Our Busser and Runner team are outgoing, guest oriented...

Demographic Data for Atlantic Beach, FL

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Atlantic Beach, FL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Atlantic Beach, FL 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 Atlantic Beach, FL
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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