Wait Staff Jobs in Indiana

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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Part Time Breakfast Attendant

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 hours 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....

Restaurant Team Member

  • Woodburn, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Woodburn, IN
  • 4 days ago

Req ID: 466284 Address: 775 American Rd. Napoleon, OH, 43545 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Restaurant Team Member Part Time

  • Pleasant Mills, IN
  • 23 days ago
  • Pleasant Mills, IN
  • 23 days ago

Req ID: 469285 Address: 5959 N SR 101 Woodburn, IN, 46797 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Plymouth, IN
  • 24 days ago
  • Plymouth, IN
  • 24 days ago

Req ID: 466553 Address: 2952 Gary Drive Plymouth, IN, 46563 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Barista

  • Winona Lake, IN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Winona Lake, IN
  • 3 hours ago

Location Name: GRACE COLLEGE & SEMINARY - 32154001 Location ID: 32154001 Barista Location: GRACE COLLEGE & SEMINARY - 32154001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours, and some...

Subway Cashier

  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 3 hours ago

Qualifications Required Qualifications Incredible guest service skills and ability to maintain a guest focused culture Ability to complete accurate sales transactions Ability to cleanly and safely...

Cashier

  • Haubstadt, IN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Haubstadt, IN
  • 3 hours 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...

Server

  • Richmond, IN
  • 8 hours ago
  • Richmond, IN
  • 8 hours ago

As a Fricker’s server you will get to work in a fun, fast-paced environment and you will meet a lot of great people. We’ll provide the food and drink, you provide the personality! Your job...

Food Captain

  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 12 hours ago
  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 12 hours ago

Store 4702255: 1280 Lafayette Ave, Terre Haute, Indiana 47804 Shift Availability Flexible Availability Job Type Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company complies with the Americans...

Server

  • New Albany, IN
  • 12 hours ago
  • New Albany, IN
  • 12 hours ago

Love BBQ? Love People? Join Our Crew! Marks Feed Store isnt just about serving up the best BBQ in town its about creating a place where guests feel at home, and our team feels like family. Were...

Server

  • Auburn, IN
  • 12 hours ago
  • Auburn, IN
  • 12 hours ago

Position Summary In this role, you will be responsible for providing assistance in all dietary functions as directed and instructed by the Dining Services management team. Essential Functions, Key...

PR 1470506/Server

  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 13 hours ago

Job Description: WE ARE PEOPLEREADY Staffing. Its what we know. Because weve been providing staffing solutions, putting people to work, for nearly 30 years. Whether youre looking for work, or...

Lane Server

  • Evansville, IN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Evansville, IN
  • 13 hours ago

service Must meet the minimum age required by state law to serve alcohol PERKS (MORE REASONS YOULL LOVE YOUR JOB) Free Bowling!...

Team Member

  • Kendallville, IN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Kendallville, IN
  • 13 hours ago

TEAM MEMBER WITH FULL BENEFITS 30+ HOURS PER WEEK Health insurance Vision & dental insurance Long term & short-term disability insurance Life insurance 401(k) Vacation TEAM MEMBER Working at Pizza...

Cashier

  • Elkhart, IN
  • 16 hours ago
  • Elkhart, IN
  • 16 hours ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Demographic Data for Indiana

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Indiana

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 Indiana 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
4.0%
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 Indiana
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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