Wait Staff Jobs in Waltham, MA

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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Wait Staff / Server

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

The Waitstaff/Servers day-to-day work includes routinely setting up, clearing and cleaning and resetting dining room. You would be taking menu orders and serving residents and guests meals in a...

Suite Busser

  • Foxborough, MA (23 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Foxborough, MA (23 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Details Job Location : NPS - Foxborough, MA Position Type : Part Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Description SUMMARY: The Suite Busser works in cooperation with the Suite Attendant to provide...

Dining Room Attendant

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 12 hours ago

Location Name: WENTWORTH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY - 45713001 Location ID: 45713001 Dining Room Attendant Location: WENTWORTH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY - 45713001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts,...

Sanitation Team Member (Cleaner, Housekeeping, Custodial) - Part Time

  • Bellingham, MA (24 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Bellingham, MA (24 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Cashier

  • Andover, MA (18 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Andover, MA (18 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 23 hours ago

Position Title: Cashier Department: Front End Supervisor: Front End Manager FLSA: Full-Time/Part Time, Hourly, 6-8 Hour Shift, Union Restaurant Depot is a wholesale cash-and-carry foodservice...

Barista

  • Franklin, MA (22 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, MA (22 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: DEAN COLLEGE - 45589004 Location ID: 45589004 Barista Location: DEAN COLLEGE - 45589004 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays - morning shifts. More details will be provided during the...

Waiter/Waitress (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Milton, MA (14 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Milton, MA (14 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for full time and part time WAITER/WAITRESS positions. Location : Fuller Village - 1399 Blue Hill Avenue, Milton, MA 02186. Schedule : Full time and part time...

Banquet Server

  • Foxborough, MA (23 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Foxborough, MA (23 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location : NPS - Foxborough, MA Position Type : Part Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Description SUMMARY This position is responsible for providing the highest quality of food and...

Waiter/Waitress (On Call)

  • Concord, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Concord, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for on call WAITER/WAITRESS positions. Location : Middlesex School - 1400 Lowell Road, Concord, MA 01742. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : On call...

Cafe Server - 32 hours

  • Hingham, MA (24 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hingham, MA (24 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Linden Ponds by Erickson Senior Living Are you ready to launch your career? This entry-level position offers valuable experience with flexible after-school and weekend hours, and no late...

Cashier

  • Framingham, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Framingham, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Starting hiring pay at: 17 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Canes will wear many hats (including a Raising Canes hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant team....

Sanitation Team Member (Cleaner, Housekeeping, Custodial) - Full Time

  • Bellingham, MA (24 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellingham, MA (24 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Performs all duties to maintaining general cleanliness and safety on the floor, in seating areas, restrooms, and back offices. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive...

Starbucks Barista

  • Chestnut Hill, MA (7 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chestnut Hill, MA (7 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

Barista (Full Time)

  • Somerville, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerville, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Eurest We are hiring immediately for a full time BARISTA position. Location: Capital One Assembly Row - 425 Revolution Dr, Somerville, MA 02145 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule:...

Food Runner - Andover Chili's

  • Andover, MA (18 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Andover, MA (18 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Our Food Runners create an exceptional experience for our Guests and their fellow Team Members by sharing their passion for beverages, food, and people. We hire primarily food...

Demographic Data for Waltham, MA

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Waltham, MA

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 Waltham, MA 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 Waltham, MA
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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