Wait Staff Jobs in Marshalltown, 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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Cafe Associate

  • Ira, IA (24 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Ira, IA (24 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 4 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

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 4 days ago

" 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 be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business...

Server

  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 8 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Daytime Shifts - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully...

Beverage Cocktail Server

  • Tama, IA (19 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Tama, IA (19 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 8 days ago

Shift Differential: For hours worked 4pm - 12 am ($.50/hour) or 12am - 8am ($1.00/hour) Full-time opportunities available! Full-time positions offer generous benefit package including Health Plan...

Food Court Cook / Cashier

  • Tama, IA (19 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Tama, IA (19 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 8 days ago

Shift Differential: For hours worked 4pm - 12 am ($.50/hour) or 12am - 8am ($1.00/hour) Full-time opportunities available! Full-time positions offer generous benefit package including Health Plan...

Restaurant Team Member Part Time

  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 8 days ago

Req ID: 462824 Address: 4400 S. 22nd Ave. E. Newton, IA, 50208 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Retail Cashier Part Time

  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 8 days ago

Req ID: 462400 Address: 4400 S. 22nd Ave. E. Newton, IA, 50208 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Retail Customer Service Cashier

  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 9 days ago

Req ID: 459050 Address: 4400 S. 22nd Ave. E. Newton, IA, 50208 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

barista - Store# 84763, US 14 AND IOWA AVENUE WEST

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 11 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...

Server

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 14 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 14 days ago

We are looking Servers Evening shifts - Dinners/Nights/Weekends 3 pm-12 am Availability BE A PART OF OUR SUCCESS! Benefits & Perks: Educational Assistance with DeVry University with complimentary...

KFC Team Member

  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 14 days 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...

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 24 days ago

Req ID: 459172 Address: 4400 S. 22nd Ave. E. Newton, IA, 50208 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Restaurant Team Member

  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 26 days ago

Req ID: 459172 Address: 4400 S. 22nd Ave. E. Newton, IA, 50208 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Bus Person

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 27 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 27 days ago

Vacuums floor directly under and around dining table; maintains cleanliness of his/her stations and work areas....

Team Member

  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

Minors 14 - 15 age $9 - $10 per hour Minors 16 -17 age $10 - $11 per hour 18 and Older $10.50 - $12 per hour Pay rates may differ for Minors Employer: DRM Inc. Why should you join the DReaM Team?...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Marshalltown, 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 Marshalltown, IA offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.5%
Bachelor's Degree
21.0%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
Master's Degree
3.9%
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 Marshalltown, IA
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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