Wait Staff Jobs in Montana

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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Barista / Cashier Flexible Hours

  • Whitefish, MT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Whitefish, MT
  • 45+ days 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...

Barista / Cashier - Hiring Immediately

  • Whitefish, MT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Whitefish, MT
  • 45+ days 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...

Barista

  • Whitefish, MT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Whitefish, MT
  • 45+ days 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...

barista - Store# 62009, US 93 & EAGLE LAKE

  • Whitefish, MT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Whitefish, MT
  • 60+ days 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...

CO-Op Kitchen Service Staff, $19/HR

  • Bozeman, MT
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 5 hours ago

Previous kitchen experience is welcome but not required if you are willing to learn, we will teach! Part-time shifts available: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Friday 8-3pm. Training would be on...

Baristas - Starbucks in Columbia Falls

  • Columbia Falls, MT
  • 5 hours ago
  • Columbia Falls, MT
  • 5 hours ago

Starbucks in Columbia Falls is seeking full time or part time barista help! Pay is $16/hour + Tips and full-time roles come with full benefits including medical, vision, dental, 401K, discounted...

Josephines Bar & Kitchen is Hiring FOH & BOH

  • Coram, MT
  • 5 hours ago
  • Coram, MT
  • 5 hours ago

Josephines Bar & Kitchen in Coram is hiring for The Summer season. Looking for staff for our full-service restaurant. We have openings in both front-of-house and back-of-house positions: -Sous...

Food Runner

  • Big Sky, MT
  • 5 hours ago
  • Big Sky, MT
  • 5 hours ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

Starbucks Barista

  • Butte, MT
  • 6 hours ago
  • Butte, MT
  • 6 hours 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...

Team Member

  • Laurel, MT
  • 8 hours ago
  • Laurel, MT
  • 8 hours ago

What began as an idea between two brothers to open a Mexican restaurant has since grown into one of the largest, privately held Taco Bell franchisees in America. At Border Foods, we work with a...

Starbucks Barista

  • Whitefish, MT
  • 15 hours ago
  • Whitefish, MT
  • 15 hours ago

Id : 589033, Title : Starbucks Barista, Category : Retail, Store Ops, RequisitionType : High Volume - Retail, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...621, ExternalPostedStartDate : 2025-04-23T14:37:35...

Starbucks Barista (T1237)

  • Bozeman, MT
  • 19 hours ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 19 hours ago

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $21.00 USD per hour ALL ABOUT TARGET Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life...

Server

  • Bozeman, MT
  • 19 hours ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 19 hours ago

Why We're Here We believe heartfelt, human connections make people's lives better. Especially the people who work here. Our founder, Bill Kimpton rebelled against impersonal, generic hospitality...

Cocktail Server/Waitstaff

  • Missoula, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for someone to join our staff down at The Rhino for our push into the busier time of year. The job is for a cocktail server for our outside patio/beer garden. The duties include:...

BOH Team Member

  • Bozeman, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 1 day ago

At Noodles & Company, our mission is to always nourish and inspire our team members, guests and the communities that we serve. We accomplish this by living our values of We Care, We Show Pride, We...

Demographic Data for Montana

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Montana

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 Montana 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 Montana
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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