Wait Staff Jobs in Perryville, 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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Food Service Attendant

  • Newark, DE (18 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Newark, DE (18 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 6 hours ago

Food Service Attendant/ Service Assistant 1 Duration: 3 Months Location: Newark, DE Rotating shifts/days - 3:30pm-9:30pm every other weekend and 1 day during the week 6-8 hours per week Notes:...

barista - Store# 02769, AMYCLAE

  • Bel Air, MD (16 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bel Air, MD (16 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 9 hours ago

Join us and inspire with every cup!** At Starbucks, its 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

  • Aberdeen, MD (9 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Aberdeen, MD (9 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 9 hours ago

Benefits: We offer competitive pay up to $15.00 per hour and a referral incentive-refer a person who gets hired and receive $100 after they have worked 100 hours. We also offer: Vacation Pay Free...

On-Demand: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Style (T1871)

  • Abingdon, MD (14 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Abingdon, MD (14 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

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....

On-Demand: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Style (T1002)

  • Bel Air, MD (16 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bel Air, MD (16 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

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....

To-Go

  • White Marsh, MD (22 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • White Marsh, MD (22 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS + Exceptional aptitude for Guest Service + Excellent communication skills + Contagiously friendly, outgoing & energetic + Organized + High Sense of urgency + Able to multi-task...

GOTO (Food Expeditor)

  • White Marsh, MD (22 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • White Marsh, MD (22 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS: + Exceptional aptitude for Guest Service + Passion for Quality in all products + Good memory + Clear communicator + Sense of urgency + Able to multi-task + Strong organizational...

Food Runner

  • White Marsh, MD (22 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • White Marsh, MD (22 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

If you have a passion for hospitality, connecting with people, and serving great food on the cutting edge of hot trends, Silver Diner is the place for you! At Silver Diner, we believe in a culture...

Guest Advocate (Cashier or Front of Store Attendant/Cart Attendant) (T1871)

  • Abingdon, MD (14 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Abingdon, MD (14 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

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....

Busser

  • White Marsh, MD (22 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • White Marsh, MD (22 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Prior experience is preferred but not required for this position DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS + Exceptional aptitude for Guest Service + Takes pride in maintaining clean work areas +...

Busser (Spanish)

  • White Marsh, MD (22 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • White Marsh, MD (22 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Si le apasiona la hospitalidad, conectarse con la gente y servir excelente comida a la vanguardia de las ultimas tendencias, Silver Diner es el lugar para usted! En Silver Diner, creemos en una...

Server

  • White Marsh, MD (22 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • White Marsh, MD (22 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS + Exceptional aptitude for Guest Service + Excellent communication skills + Contagiously friendly, outgoing & energetic + Organized + Sense of urgency + Able to multi-task +...

Crew Team Member A

  • Fallston, MD (21 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fallston, MD (21 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day 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,...

Busser

  • Bel Air, MD (16 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bel Air, MD (16 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL** What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like + **Care beyond the table** At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. Its...

To-Go Specialist

  • Elkton, MD (9 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elkton, MD (9 miles from Perryville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL** What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like + **Care beyond the table** At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. Its...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Perryville, 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 Perryville, MD offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.4%
Bachelor's Degree
21.1%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
Master's Degree
4.0%
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 Perryville, MD
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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