Wait Staff Jobs in Nevada

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.

1-15 of 517 Jobs

Server Lake Club

  • Reno, NV
  • 10 hours ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 10 hours ago

Additional Information Pay: $16.50/hour, lake club, seasonal Job Number 25071335 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe, 13031 Ritz Carlton Highlands Court,...

Cashier/Stocker

  • Carson City, NV
  • 45+ days ago
  • Carson City, NV
  • 45+ days ago

QUALITY AND DEDICATION BEGIN WITH OUR TEAM, SO JOIN CHEFSTORE TODAY! We Help You Make It! The pay for the position: $13.00 -$21.00 per hr. We offer competitive pay: $17.69/HR! Schedule: Part-Time...

Barista

  • Mesquite, NV
  • 7 days ago
  • Mesquite, NV
  • 7 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# 54182, SANDHILL AND HILLSIDE

  • Mesquite, NV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mesquite, NV
  • 30+ 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

  • Mesquite, NV
  • 28 days ago
  • Mesquite, NV
  • 28 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...

Bus Person - Saltgrass

  • Stateline, NV
  • 8 hours ago
  • Stateline, NV
  • 8 hours ago

Completes special projects as requested by Food & Beverage management....

Cocktail Server Pool Deck

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 8 hours ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 8 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY: It is the primary responsibility of the Pool Cocktail Server to provide exceptional guest service by efficiently and accurately serving food and beverages to guests in all areas...

Server- Bite Tapas Restaurant

  • Incline Village, NV
  • 8 hours ago
  • Incline Village, NV
  • 8 hours ago

Bite is an established tapas restaurant that has been thriving in on the North shore of Lake Tahoe in Incline Village for over 17 years. We are currently hiring a part time experienced server 3...

Alebrijes by chef Paco contratando Gerentes, FOH, BOH y street team

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 8 hours ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 8 hours ago

Estamos buscando buenos empleados para trabajar en nuestro nuevo restaurante hubicado en Fremont st, Alebrijes by chef Paco. SERVERS Y BARTENDERS- tener buena actitud, personalidad, presencia y...

Cafe Food Server - Vr - Full-Time - Swing Shift

  • Mesquite, NV
  • 8 hours ago
  • Mesquite, NV
  • 8 hours ago

STARTING RATE : $12.00 + Tips MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT : 21 years old LICENSE/CERTIFICATION : S. Nevada Health District Food Handler Card and Alcohol Awareness Card. JOB SUMMARY : Provide...

Cafe Cashier - Vr - Part-Time - Swing Shift

  • Mesquite, NV
  • 9 hours ago
  • Mesquite, NV
  • 9 hours ago

STARTING RATE : $13.75 MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT : 18 years old LICENSE/CERTIFICATION : S. Nevada Health District Food Handler Card. JOB SUMMARY : Greet guests in a friendly and professional manner....

Rep Casino Cashier l - Luxor

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 9 hours ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 9 hours ago

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being...

Food Server - Overlook Grill - The Cosmopolitan

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 9 hours ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 9 hours ago

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being...

Bus Person - Cafe Del Soul (J1)

  • Stateline, NV
  • 9 hours ago
  • Stateline, NV
  • 9 hours ago

Why Bally's? Bally’s Corporation is a global casino-entertainment company with a growing omni-channel presence. Bally’s owns and operates 19 casinos across 11 states, along with a golf course in...

Food & Beverage Cashier (J1)

  • Stateline, NV
  • 9 hours ago
  • Stateline, NV
  • 9 hours ago

Why Bally's? Bally’s Corporation is a global casino-entertainment company with a growing omni-channel presence. Bally’s owns and operates 19 casinos across 11 states, along with a golf course in...

Demographic Data for Nevada

Moving to Nevada? Find some basic demographic data about Nevada below.


Local
National
3,104,486
72,850

Wait Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireHospitalityServices curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Leading Well for Staff Health and Wellbeing in the NHS
The health and wellbeing of NHS staff is essential to the quality of care provided to patients, service users and communities. The Covid-19 pandemic placed unprecedented pressures on the health...
Wait: The Art and Science of Delay
What do these scenarios have in common: a professional tennis player returning a serve, a woman evaluating a first date across the table, a naval officer assessing a threat to his ship and a...
On Staff: Combat Staff Masterclass
From a multipurpose tool and a traveling companion to a weapon used to conquer lands and hunting to feed our people, sticks are the foundation to humanity and all that is us.It is a shame to live...

Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Nevada

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


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Wait Staff Related Career Advice Articles

Empty glasses hanging in a restaurant
Must-Read Job Search Advice for Restaurant Workers

Learn the ins and outs of how to get a job at a restaurant, including when to turn in your resume, how to present yourself, and how to land the job.

Read article »