Wait Staff Jobs in Warren, NJ

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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Server Attendant - Ladds Tavern

  • Peapack, NJ (9 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Peapack, NJ (9 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 1 hour 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...

Server - Flemington Chili's

  • Flemington, NJ (20 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Flemington, NJ (20 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Role Overview Our Servers don't just provide our Guests with amazing food and drinks. They deliver hospitality and service that is absolutely Chili's! If you take pride in providing great service...

Busser - Little Falls Chili's

  • Little Falls, NJ (23 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Little Falls, NJ (23 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Role Overview Our Busser Team Members are responsible for efficiently maintaining a clean and sanitary dining room for our guests. They provide the dependable and fast service that Chili's is...

Busser - North Brunswick Chili's

  • North Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • North Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Role Overview Our Busser Team Members are responsible for efficiently maintaining a clean and sanitary dining room for our guests. They provide the dependable and fast service that Chili's is...

Full Time - Head Cashier - Closing

  • Flanders, NJ (18 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Flanders, NJ (18 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Essential Functions: NOTE: Minors in this role may not be responsible for some of the activities listed below Assisted Self Check Out Demonstrates ability to monitor and identify customers who...

FOH Team Member

  • Princeton, NJ (19 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ (19 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Family owned andoperated for over 50 years, Mamouns Falafel is the oldest falafel restaurantin NYC and one of the first Middle Eastern brands in the country. Our culture isdriven by the legacy...

Barista- Office Building

  • Princeton, NJ (19 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ (19 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Barista position is open for a corporate office. Hours 7AM-3PM Monday-Thursday, no weekends, no holidays Competitive wages Responsibilities include making a variety of coffee and tea drinks and...

Waiter/Waitress needed in Italian Restaurant

  • Kenilworth, NJ (12 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Kenilworth, NJ (12 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Angelo's Restaurant in Kenilworth is in need of Waiter/Waitress ASAP call for more info ....

Per Diem Cafeteria Cashier - Evenings

  • Plainsboro, NJ (20 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ (20 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

Per Diem Cafeteria Cashier - Evenings Job ID: 257913 Work Type: PER DIEM Location: Plainsboro, NJ, United States Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the...

Catering Clerk

  • Maplewood, NJ (14 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Maplewood, NJ (14 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Must be 18+ - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully...

Server - Events (On Call)

  • Morristown, NJ (10 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (10 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Event servers are responsible for food and drink service at hotel banquet functions. They make sure the function space is visually appealing and present the menu offering for the event. This may...

Servers

  • Rockaway, NJ (22 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockaway, NJ (22 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Servers Server Range: $15.49-$15.49 (Plus Tips) Red Robin isn't your typical burger restaurant. We're a team filled with unbridled energy, magnetic personalities, and a passion for having fun!...

Cashier

  • Princeton, NJ (19 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, NJ (19 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Location: 240 Nassau Park Blvd Princeton, NJ 08540 Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends). Age Requirement: Must be 15 years or older Time Type:...

Food Runner - Staten Island Chili's

  • Staten Island, NY (21 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Staten Island, NY (21 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 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...

To-Go Specialist

  • Pine Brook, NJ (18 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pine Brook, NJ (18 miles from Warren, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Text "BonefishWay" to 30437 to apply now! By texting BonefishWay to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Bonefish Grill. Text HELP for help or .......

Demographic Data for Warren, NJ

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Warren, NJ

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 Warren, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.1%
Bachelor's Degree
21.2%
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 Warren, NJ
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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