Wait Staff Jobs in Garden City, KS

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 - Store# 63038, E KANSAS & US50

  • Starbucks
  • Garden City, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 3 days ago

Crafting the world's finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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Crew Team Member

  • McDonalds
  • Garden City, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 14 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,...

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Starbucks Barista

  • Starbucks
  • Garden City, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 14 days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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Operations Team Member-The Refinery Fieldhouse + Event Center

  • Sports Facilities Company
  • Garden City, KS
  • 26 days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 26 days ago

service....

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Juice Barista Part Time

  • Acosta, Inc.
  • Garden City, KS
  • 27 days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 27 days ago

DESCRIPTION This position is responsible for preparing juice and other specialty products for purchase. RESPONSIBILITIES Properly set up and prepare the area for specialized food products. Fully...

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Team Member

  • Freddy's
  • Garden City, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 60+ days ago

Successful team members consistently demonstrate exceptional hospitality and guest service, dependability, attention to detail, initiative, and teamwork....

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Cafe Associate

  • Walmart
  • Garden City, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 60+ days ago

... What you'll do... Be a Team Member : Maintains up-to date knowledge of product specifications related to prepared food merchandise; collaborating with cross functional teams and helping...

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Team Member (Part Time)

  • Taco Bell
  • Garden City, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 90+ 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...

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Team Member (Full Time)

  • Taco Bell
  • Garden City, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 90+ 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...

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Server

  • Golden Corral
  • Garden City, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 90+ days ago

Promotes teamwork by assisting other Servers to ensure outstanding guest service....

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Demographic Data for Garden City, KS

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Wait Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Garden City, KS

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 Garden City, KS offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
Master's Degree
4.2%
Some College
3.8%
Some High School
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Wait Staffs in Garden City, KS
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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