Wait Staff Jobs in Marengo, IA

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 - New Store Opening!

  • North Liberty, IA (24 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Liberty, IA (24 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Preferred: Restaurant, retail, or guest service experience....

Cafe Associate

  • North Liberty, IA (24 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • North Liberty, IA (24 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 10 days ago

... Why do people love eating in our cafe at Sams Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help cafe associates. Do you have a passion for preparing...

Team Member

  • Williamsburg, IA (10 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Williamsburg, IA (10 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 20 days ago

Minors 14 - 15 age $9 - $10 per hour Minors 16 -17 age $11 - $13 per hour 18 and Older $13 - $14 per hour Pay rates may differ for Minors Employer: DRM Inc. Why should you join the DReaM Team? To...

Prepared Food Team Member

  • Fairfax, IA (18 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Fairfax, IA (18 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 26 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes, and organization? Our prepared meal and rotisserie chicken associates prepare fresh food items daily for our members through...

Store Cashier I

  • Brooklyn, IA (17 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Brooklyn, IA (17 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 28 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

Banquet Server (Hotel Job)

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (22 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (22 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 28 days ago

JOB GOAL: August Start Dates GOAL: To advance Kirkwood's Center for Hospitality Excellence's vision to lead the world in educating and preparing the finest hospitality professionals that will...

Subway Cashier

  • Brooklyn, IA (17 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brooklyn, IA (17 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 30+ days 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...

Cafe Catering Assistant ---(hotel and cafe job)

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (22 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (22 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

JOB GOAL: August start dates available; Shifts needing coverage are M-Th 7am-11:30am. To advance the colleges mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous...

Full-Time Cafe Cashier and Barista - (Hotel and Cafe Job)

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (22 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (22 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

JOB GOAL: August Start Dates Available preferably by 8/4/2025. This is full-time with benefits and the hours are 6:30am-3:30pm M-F, with an occasional evening or weekend depending on events. To...

Baristas and Cashiers - (Hotel and Cafe Job)

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (22 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (22 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

JOB GOAL: August Start Dates Available. Shifts available- 7am-11am, 7am 2:30pm, 10am-3pm and 2pm-6pm= M-F To advance the colleges mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives...

Team Member

  • North Liberty, IA (24 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Liberty, IA (24 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Live MAS!... & Grow your Career at TACO BELL! "TOP FRANCHISE" 3 Years Running - Entrepreneur "100 Most Influential Companies" - Time Join one of the hottest global brands - with a top Franchisee -...

Server / Cashier - PT

  • Brooklyn, IA (17 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Brooklyn, IA (17 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

barista - Store# 84159, W. PENN AND JONES

  • North Liberty, IA (24 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • North Liberty, IA (24 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 45+ days 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...

Seasonal: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food & Beverage, Front of Store Attendant (Cart Attendant), Style, Inbound (Stocking) (T1771)

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (22 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (22 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Team Member

  • North Liberty, IA (24 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • North Liberty, IA (24 miles from Marengo, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

Flynn Hut joined the Pizza Hut system in 2021. In 2023, we expanded internationally acquiring Pizza Hut's master franchisee in Australia with 260+ units. Today we are the largest Pizza Hut...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Marengo, IA

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 Marengo, IA offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.1%
Bachelor's Degree
21.3%
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 Marengo, IA
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%



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