Wait Staff Jobs in Waldorf, 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

  • Prince Frederick, MD (16 miles from Waldorf, MD)
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  • Prince Frederick, MD (16 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • moments 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...

barista - Store# 24498, PENROSE

  • Arlington, VA (22 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (22 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 3 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...

Team Member

  • Accokeek, MD (7 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Accokeek, MD (7 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago

Team Member Opportunity Awaits! Carrols owns and operates more than 1,000 Burger King Restaurants, and we need great people on our team! As a Team Member, you will become an important member of a...

On-Demand: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Style (T1897)

  • District Heights, MD (16 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • District Heights, MD (16 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours 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....

Guest Advocate (Cashier or Front of Store Attendant/Cart Attendant) (T1897)

  • District Heights, MD (16 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • District Heights, MD (16 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours 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....

Guest Advocate (Cashier or Front of Store Attendant/Cart Attendant) (T2394)

  • Brandywine, MD (3 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Brandywine, MD (3 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours 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....

GOTO (Food Expeditor)

  • National Harbor, MD (14 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • National Harbor, MD (14 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours 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...

Busser

  • National Harbor, MD (14 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • National Harbor, MD (14 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours 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 +...

Crew Team Member

  • Landover Hills, MD (23 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Landover Hills, MD (23 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours 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

  • Waldorf, MD
  • 10 hours ago
  • Waldorf, MD
  • 10 hours 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...

Server

  • National Harbor, MD (14 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • National Harbor, MD (14 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago

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

To-Go

  • National Harbor, MD (14 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • National Harbor, MD (14 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago

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

Restaurant Team Member

  • Oxon Hill, MD (14 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Oxon Hill, MD (14 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago

Pay Range - $17.50 - $17.50/hour, plus tips, as well as up to an additional $2/hour for certain shifts worked after midnight Our secret to leading the way in hospitality? We put our people first!...

Busser (Spanish)

  • National Harbor, MD (14 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • National Harbor, MD (14 miles from Waldorf, MD)
  • 10 hours 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

  • Waldorf, MD
  • 10 hours ago
  • Waldorf, MD
  • 10 hours ago

Youll bring our mission of Pleasing People to life by working as part of a team to provide the great guest service Cracker Barrel is known for. The best part?...

Demographic Data for Waldorf, MD

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Waldorf, MD

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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