Wait Staff Jobs in Landover, 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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Hiring all FOH and BOH positions (Servers, food runner, line cook...)

  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Full service Asian restaurant and bar is looking for all FOH and BOH positions to join our team at a new location in Alexandria, VA (Manager, host, runner, packer, server, linecook, prepcook...)...

Servers

  • Reston, VA (24 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Reston, VA (24 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Lake Anne Coffee House & Wine Bar, is seeking Front of the House Staff. We are a Chef owned, full service restaurant with a great menu of house made, locally sourced deliciousness! Come join a...

Juice Barista Part Time

  • Gaithersburg, MD (21 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (21 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Posting Overview Weekly Pay Flexible Schedule Fun Work Environment Career Advancement Opportunities Online and/or on-the-job training This part time associate produces, bottles/packages, and...

Servers - Le Sel

  • Washington, DC (8 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (8 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 3 hours ago

KIMPTON BANNEKER A sophisticated hotel in the heart of downtown DC. Bridging the best of DCs storied historic highlights and leafy residential neighborhoods, the Kimpton Banneker Hotel has one of...

Team Member

  • Reston, VA (24 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Reston, VA (24 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 3 hours ago

Brand: Einstein Bros. Bagels Breakfast with us, and dinner with your loved ones! At Einstein Bros. Bagels, we believe in the bagel, and weve been baking bagels fresh daily since 1995. We believe...

Banquet Server - Hilton Arlington National Landing

  • Arlington, VA (11 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (11 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 3 hours ago

The beautiful Hilton Arlington National Landing is looking for a banquet server to join their events team! This beautiful, 393-room hotel is in National Landing, less than five minutes from Ronald...

Runner

  • Bethesda, MD (12 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (12 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 4 hours ago

allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those...

Lead Cashier

  • Hyattsville, MD (2 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hyattsville, MD (2 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 4 hours ago

OVERVIEW Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences—for true beauty...

Cashier

  • Annapolis, MD (18 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (18 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 6 hours ago

In most jobs, everyone doesnt spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, thats just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase of...

Server

  • Annapolis, MD (18 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (18 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 6 hours ago

In most jobs, everyone doesnt spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, thats just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase of...

Part Time Barista

  • Washington, DC (8 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (8 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 6 hours 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...

Server

  • Waldorf, MD (21 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Waldorf, MD (21 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 9 hours ago

Overview Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about...

barista - Store# 08666, 20TH & E

  • Washington, DC (8 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (8 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 11 hours 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...

Crew Team Member A

  • Berwyn Heights, MD (5 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Berwyn Heights, MD (5 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 11 hours ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald's USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonald's logos and food products,...

barista - Store# 02770, WALDORF MARKETPLACE - BERRY ROAD

  • Waldorf, MD (21 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Waldorf, MD (21 miles from Landover, MD)
  • 11 hours 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...

Demographic Data for Landover, MD

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Landover, MD

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Landover, MD 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 Landover, MD
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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