Wait Staff Jobs in Batavia, NY

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 27 Jobs

Server

  • Batavia, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Batavia, NY
  • 1 day ago

Full job description Pay reflects our current average pre-tax earning range (base wage plus tips) and is not a guarantee. Applebee's started with the same philosophy we follow today - focused on...

Hotel Breakfast Attendant

  • Brockport, NY (21 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brockport, NY (21 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 1 day ago

HOTEL BREAKFAST ATTENDANT Brockport, NY ( Description Summary The Hotel Breakfast Attendant is responsible for preparing, setting up, and maintaining the daily breakfast service to ensure a clean,...

Empowered to make shopping quick and easy for guests at the checklanes, guest services, gift registry, pick-up and drive up while ensuring exceptional quality....

Cashier

  • Avon, NY (24 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Avon, NY (24 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Cashier Reports To: Assistant Manager, Store Manager Job Summary: The cashier is responsible for completing customer transactions for gas, diesel, convenience store and car wash sales in an...

Sushi Team Member

  • Brockport, NY (21 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brockport, NY (21 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Location: 6660 Fourth Section Road Brockport, NY 14420 Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends).Shifts start as early as 5am Age Requirement: Must be...

$16 - $18 - Crew Team Member Weekdays

  • Medina, NY (16 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Medina, NY (16 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 3 days ago

This job posting is for Monday - Friday only. Must be fully available all 5 days between the hours of 5am-4pm. We are looking for motivated, positive, hard working individuals to join our team....

KFC Team Member

  • Brockport, NY (21 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brockport, NY (21 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Are you ready to take your career to the next level while savoring the delicious taste of success? Look no further than KBP Foods, where we're searching for energetic and passionate individuals to...

barista - Store# 69756, BATAVIA

  • Batavia, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Batavia, NY
  • 7 days ago

Join us and inspire with every cup! At Starbucks, it's 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

  • Batavia, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Batavia, NY
  • 8 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# 78939, CLARENCE, 9430 MAIN ST

  • Clarence, NY (19 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Clarence, NY (19 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 8 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...

Tim Hortons - Team Member - North Chili, NY

  • North Chili, NY (22 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 24 days ago
  • North Chili, NY (22 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 24 days ago

We focus on fun, family, delivering excellent guest service, and making a difference in our WNY community....

Barista / Cashier Flexible Hours

  • East Amherst, NY (24 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • East Amherst, NY (24 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 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...

Food Service Cashier

  • Darien Center, NY (11 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Darien Center, NY (11 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

What You Will Be Doing Provide exceptional guest service while surrounded by roller coasters Greet and ask guests about their favorite ride as they walk up to your location Take guests orders, offering...

Dining Server

  • Batavia, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Batavia, NY
  • 30+ days ago

FORTUNES ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE DINING SERVER- MUST HAVE NIGHT AND WEEKEND AVAILABILITY- WILL WORK APPROXIMATELY 15-19 HRS PER WEEK AND ADDITIONAL AS NEEDED GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Under the...

Food Service

  • Darien Center, NY (11 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Darien Center, NY (11 miles from Batavia, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

What You Will Be Doing Provide exceptional guest service while surrounded by roller coasters Greet and ask guests about their favorite ride as they walk up to your location Take guests orders, offering...

Demographic Data for Batavia, NY

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Batavia, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Batavia, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.4%
Bachelor's Degree
21.1%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
Master's Degree
4.0%
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 Batavia, NY
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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