Wait Staff Jobs in Baltimore, MD

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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Restaurant Team Member - Cook

  • Bowie, MD (21 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bowie, MD (21 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 5 hours ago

Overview Be a Part of Something Uncommonly Good At Noodles & Company, our mission is to nourish and inspire every team member, guest, and community we serve. We're hiring restaurant Team Members...

FOH Manager - Milk & Honey Bowie

  • Bowie, MD (21 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bowie, MD (21 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 6 hours ago

Overview We're looking for a passionate and driven FOH Manager to join our leadership team at Milk & Honey and help deliver an exceptional dining experience every day. In this key role, you'll be...

Angeli's Pizzeria Hiring -Servers

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 15 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 15 hours ago

Angeli's Pizzeria is a renowned establishment boasting four locations in Baltimore, and we take pride in delivering award-winning pizza to our communities. Now, we are hiring energetic, dependable...

Banquet Server (on-call)- Crowne Plaza College Park

  • Greenbelt, MD (24 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Greenbelt, MD (24 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 17 hours ago

What you will be doing Review BEO's for menu details, room setup, food, beverage and audio visual needs. Assist the set up staff in table set up, buffet set up, bar set up, etc. Check quality and...

Chip Runner

  • Hanover, MD (10 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Hanover, MD (10 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 20 hours ago

Min Compensation USD $11.00/Hr. Max Compensation USD $11.00/Hr. Overview Why We Need Your Talents: What does a Chip Runner do? Think of a Chip Runner as a Server (Waiter or Waitress), but instead...

Barista - Luckie's

  • Hanover, MD (10 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Hanover, MD (10 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 20 hours ago

Min Compensation USD $15.00/Hr. Max Compensation USD $15.00/Hr. Overview Why We Need Your Talents: A Barista is a professional who makes and serves beverages such as coffee, tea, and specialty...

To Go - Eldersburg Chili's

  • Sykesville, MD (19 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sykesville, MD (19 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Our To-Go Specialists are responsible for providing fast service and great hospitality for our To-Go Guests. If you take pride in great team work and love making people feel special,...

Server - Eldersburg Chili's

  • Sykesville, MD (19 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sykesville, MD (19 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Our Servers don't just provide our Guests with amazing food and drinks. They deliver hospitality and service that is absolutely Chili's! If you take pride in providing great service...

Restaurant Team Member

  • Hanover, MD (10 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hanover, MD (10 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Do you want to make hungry customers happy? Do you want to have fun, make new friends and earn extra cash? If so, Papa John's is the right fit for you! As a Customer Service Representative, you...

Part Time Barista

  • Fulton, MD (18 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fulton, MD (18 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 1 day ago

This is a part time position. Responsible for preparing, processing, packaging, and stocking products according to Starbucks Standards. Also responsible for providing customer service, cleaning...

Bar/Restaurant Looking for PT Server

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago

Looking for a part-time server to join the staff as we enter busy season. Weekend availability is a must with 2-3 shifts available to start. Prior hospitality experience is required as well....

Gift Shop Cashier (Part Time)

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago

General Summary of Position Location: Good Samaritan Hospital/Union Memorial Hospital (must float between both sites) Status: Part-time, 20-hours per week Schedule: Day/Evening with rotating...

Server

  • Sandy Spring, MD (23 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sandy Spring, MD (23 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Friends House Retirement Community, Inc Job Description JOB TITLE: Server DEPARTMENT: Dining Services REPORTS TO: Director of Dining Services Job Summary The primary purpose of this job position...

Empowered to make shopping quick and easy for guests at the checklanes, guest services, gift registry, pick-up and drive up while ensuring exceptional quality....

Starbucks Barista

  • Severna Park, MD (15 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Severna Park, MD (15 miles from Baltimore, MD)
  • 2 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Barista, you will be provided with the skills and products to make the customers day memorable and thats no tall order. Favorite beverages, new and exciting pastry and food...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Baltimore, MD

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 Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%



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