Wait Staff Jobs in Michigan

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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Part-Time Server

  • Resort Lifestyle Communities
  • Commerce Township, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Commerce Township, MI
  • 9 days ago

Deliver room service meals and pick up trays with a friendly, positive attitude....

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Restaurant Team Member

  • Love's Travel Stops
  • Monroe, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Monroe, MI
  • 14 days ago

Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100% Match up to 5% * Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance after 30...

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Restaurant Team Member Part Time

  • Love's Travel Stops
  • Monroe, MI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Monroe, MI
  • 60+ days ago

Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100% match up to 5% * Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance after 30...

In Person Part Time

Barista

  • Starbucks
  • East Tawas, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • East Tawas, MI
  • 2 days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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Starbucks Barista

  • Starbucks
  • Warren, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Warren, MI
  • 14 days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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barista - Store# 08668, HOLLAND

  • Starbucks
  • Holland, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Holland, MI
  • 14 days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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barista - Store# 02872, PARDEE & EUREKA

  • Starbucks
  • Taylor, MI
  • 17 days ago
  • Taylor, MI
  • 17 days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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barista - Store# 02276, SIXTEEN & JOHN R. ROADS

  • Starbucks
  • Troy, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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Restaurant Team Member - Cashier

  • Panera Bread
  • Lathrup Village, MI
  • 16 days ago
  • Lathrup Village, MI
  • 16 days ago

Deliver excellent guest service in every circumstance. Be informed about the priorities of the day....

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Waiter (Waitress) - Urgently Hiring

  • Pizza Hut - Charlevoix
  • Bay Shore, MI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bay Shore, MI
  • 3 hours ago

By joining our wait staff, you'll be expected to educate patrons on the menu, guide them through their meal, and provide a memorable experience....

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Team Member

  • Dunkin'
  • Niles, MI
  • moments ago
  • Niles, MI
  • moments ago

Position Title: Restaurant Team Member Reports To: Restaurant Manager Overview: A Dunkin' Restaurant Team Member is generally responsible for preparing food and beverages according to Dunkin'...

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Starbucks Barista

  • Busch's, Inc.
  • Saline, MI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Saline, MI
  • 1 hour ago

Starting wage up to: $15.25/hr. with experience Food Lovers Unite! Busch's is HIRING and we want you! Love food, fun, and fabulous people? Join our family-owned Michigan team and cook up a career...

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Food and Beverage Team Member - Romulus Athletic Center

  • Sports Facilities Company
  • Romulus, MI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Romulus, MI
  • 1 hour ago

& beverage areas and tables; assist in preparing and serving food items; fill condiment containers Pick up in and around food & beverage areas Scrape and rinse dishes, load dishwasher and operate dishwashing...

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Restaurant Busser

  • Bloomin' Brands, Inc.
  • Portage, MI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Portage, MI
  • 1 hour ago

Text "Pasta" to 30437 to apply now! By texting Pasta to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Carabba's Italian Grill. Text HELP for help or .......

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barista - Store# 10965, MI-HWY 41 & HWY 492

  • Starbucks
  • Marquette, MI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Marquette, MI
  • 1 hour ago

Crafting the world's finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

In Person

Demographic Data for Michigan

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Michigan

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 Michigan offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
Master's Degree
4.2%
Some College
3.8%
Some High School
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Wait Staffs in Michigan
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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