Wait Staff Jobs in Holiday, 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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Barista

  • Tampa, FL (23 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Tampa, FL (23 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 1 hour ago

Overview Opportunity: Barista Provide quality barista services in accordance with established guest service and sustainability standards....

Server

  • New Port Richey, FL (3 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New Port Richey, FL (3 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 4 hours ago

Overview Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about...

Server Support

  • Port Richey, FL (13 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Port Richey, FL (13 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 10 hours ago

Text "Pasta" to 30437 to apply now! By texting Pasta to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Carabba's Italian Grill. Text HELP for help or .......

To-Go Specialist

  • Port Richey, FL (13 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Port Richey, FL (13 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 10 hours ago

Text "Pasta" to 30437 to apply now! By texting Pasta to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Fleming's Steakhouse. Text HELP for help or .... Msg&data...

Runner Food

  • Tampa, FL (23 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (23 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 10 hours ago

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central...

Food Captain

  • Hudson, FL (13 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Hudson, FL (13 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 10 hours ago

Store 2708541: 10011 Hudson Ave, Hudson, Florida 34669 Availability - Shift/Days Flexible Availability Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company complies with the Americans with...

Server

  • Wesley Chapel, FL (24 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Wesley Chapel, FL (24 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 14 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?...

KFC Team Member

  • Oldsmar, FL (10 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Oldsmar, FL (10 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 22 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...

Airport Lounge Wait Staff

  • Tampa, FL (23 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL (23 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 1 day ago

What You’ll Do: As a Airport Lounge Wait Staff at SodexoMagic, you are warm-welcomers and experience ambassadors....

Server

  • Clearwater, FL (15 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Clearwater, FL (15 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 1 day ago

When you work at Regency Oaks, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing in...

Turn Team Member

  • Temple Terrace, FL (22 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Temple Terrace, FL (22 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 1 day ago

POSITION: Turn Team Member (temporary/seasonal) COMPENSATION: Hourly / Non-Exempt / Non-Benefit Eligible SUMMARY Student housing turns typically last 10-21 days, where hundreds of students are...

PM server - New Concept Restaurant - Hilton Tampa Downtown

  • Tampa, FL (23 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL (23 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 1 day ago

A PM Server is responsible for serving food and/or beverages to guests in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. What will I be doing?...

Food Runner

  • Tampa, FL (23 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (23 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! FOOD RUNNER This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience...

Cashier

  • Tampa, FL (23 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (23 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Provide guests fast, friendly, and clean service Maintain inventory Operate cash registers Maintain the overall appearance and cleanliness of the restaurant Provide excellent guest service...

Team Member

  • Lutz, FL (15 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lutz, FL (15 miles from Holiday, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Team Member Qualifications Excellent guest service skills are required. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Team-oriented, adaptable, dependable, and strong work ethic....

Demographic Data for Holiday, FL

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Holiday, FL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Holiday, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.2%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
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 Holiday, FL
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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