Wait Staff Jobs in Fort Oglethorpe, GA

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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Team Member Trainer

  • Chattanooga, TN (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 2 hours ago

Hiring up to $15 per hour for dedicated Team Member Trainers! You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will...

Banquet Server

  • Rising Fawn, GA (16 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Rising Fawn, GA (16 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 9 hours ago

CLOUDLAND LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN A CURIO COLLECTION HOTEL Living above the clouds on top of Lookout Mountain, Georgia, Cloudland is the Southeasts newest and most spectacular resort hotel!! If you...

Restaurant Busser

  • Cleveland, TN (21 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cleveland, TN (21 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Team Member

  • Chattanooga, TN (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Summary The Team Member is responsible and accountable for performing specific tasks and duties assigned within the restaurant including guest service, food prep, restaurant cleanliness and teamwork...

Busser

  • Chattanooga, TN (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 2 days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - plus tips. The need for speed describes the Cheddar's Server Assistants; this job is a critical part of creating a positive guest experience...

Server

  • Chattanooga, TN (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Text "BonefishWay" to 30437 to apply now! By texting BonefishWay to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Bonefish Grill. Text HELP for help or .......

To Go Specialist

  • Chattanooga, TN (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 2 days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - plus tips. Our To Go Specialists are food experts who love to recommend their favs to guests who want to eat at home, work or anywhere......

Cocktail Servers - Excellent - No Experience Required

  • Chattanooga, TN (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Our high-volume nightclub needs more cocktail servers due to a MASSIVE INCREASE IN BUSINESS! Are you fun, bubbly, attractive, kinda silly, and just overall great to be around? Then we want YOU as...

barista - Store# 81543, OOLTEWAH RINGGOLD RD & E BRAINERD R

  • Ooltewah, TN (15 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Ooltewah, TN (15 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 4 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

  • Chattanooga, TN (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Expectations: Ability to successfully deliver custom care to 4-6 patients per shift Deliver quality patient care in a fast-paced critical setting Excel coordinating care for...

Events Team Member

  • Ft Oglethorpe, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Ft Oglethorpe, GA
  • 5 days ago

. + Participate in daily store cleanliness activities including (but not limited to) sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, and maintaining cleanliness of restrooms **Other duties as assigned** **Preferred Knowledge...

Restaurant Team Member

  • Jasper, TN (23 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jasper, TN (23 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Req ID: 458802 Address: 260 TVA Road, Nickajack Lake, TN, 37347 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Busser

  • Ringgold, GA (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ringgold, GA (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 5 days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL** What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like + **Care beyond the table** At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. Its...

To-Go Specialist

  • Ringgold, GA (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ringgold, GA (8 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 5 days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL** What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like + **Care beyond the table** At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. Its...

Crew Team Member

  • Trenton, GA (15 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, GA (15 miles from Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
  • 5 days 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,...

Demographic Data for Fort Oglethorpe, GA

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Fort Oglethorpe, GA

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 Fort Oglethorpe, GA offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.1%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
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 Fort Oglethorpe, GA
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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