Wait Staff Jobs in Bethpage, 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.

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KFC Team Member

  • Wantagh, NY (4 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Wantagh, NY (4 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals matter, and when we serve them with southern hospitality, we make our customer's day. So our jobs...

Cashier's Assistant (Front End Service & Bagger) - Part Time

  • Massapequa Park, NY (4 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Massapequa Park, NY (4 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Crew Team Member

  • Bronx, NY (23 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bronx, NY (23 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonalds USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonalds logos and food products,...

Server

  • Jamaica, NY (17 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Jamaica, NY (17 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Exceed First Class Service standards and behavior with every guest, business partner and peers. Treat guest and peers in accordance with the core values of the...

Cashier

  • Farmingdale, NY (2 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Farmingdale, NY (2 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

Position Title: Cashier Department: Front End Supervisor: Front End Manager FLSA: Full-Time/Part Time, Hourly, 6-8 Hour Shift, Union Restaurant Depot is a wholesale cash-and-carry foodservice...

Hiring Server for busy Restaurant

  • Flushing, NY (17 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Flushing, NY (17 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 10 hours ago

Hiring Full-Time Experienced and Responsible Server to upscale Restaurant. Are you passionate about providing excellent customer service? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? We are looking...

Cashier's Assistant (Front End Service & Bagger) - Full Time

  • Greenwich, CT (21 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Greenwich, CT (21 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 18 hours ago

Assists customers and cashiers during the checkout process. Bags groceries, retrieves carts, and may act in the capacity of a Cashier and its functions. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require...

Crew Team Member- McDonald's

  • Mineola, NY (7 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mineola, NY (7 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonalds USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonalds logos and food products,...

Waitress - High Pay!

  • Maspeth, NY (22 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Maspeth, NY (22 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Server (Full time): Busy restaurant in Queens looking for servers. Why Join Our Team? 100% Yours: Keep ALL of your tips! Competitive Hourly Pay: We value your time and effort. Experience...

Lead Cashier

  • Glendale, NY (20 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale, NY (20 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago

This position is responsible for driving loyalty results, including credit, through a focus on performance (sales, guest experience, and loyalty), people (guest service, and associate training and development...

Experienced Waitress

  • White Plains, NY (24 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • White Plains, NY (24 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Small family Diner looking for an experienced waitress,part time 2 days a week 8am-3pm extra hours a possiblity.Must be local to White Plains or have their own transportation, team player a must...

Barista (Full And Part Time)

  • New Hyde Park, NY (10 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (10 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for a full and part-time BARISTA position. Location : Coffee Distributing Co. - 200 Broadway, New Hyde Park, NY 11040 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Cashier (Seasonal)

  • Greenvale, NY (8 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenvale, NY (8 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for seasonal CASHIER positions. Location : LIU Winnick Dining - 720 Northern Boulevard, Greenvale, NY 11548 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Seasonal...

Waitstaff (Per Diem)

  • Massapequa, NY (4 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Massapequa, NY (4 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Familiarize yourself with the daily menu, including options for special diets and dietary restrictions prior to approaching wait stations....

Food server needed 08/23

  • Commack, NY (12 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Commack, NY (12 miles from Bethpage, NY)
  • 1 day ago

un Food server needed 08/23 (Commack) compensation: 110 Hi, I'm looking for a food server for Tomorrow Saturday 08/23/2025 from 2pm to 7pm in Commack NY (long Island area) The event is a backyard...

Demographic Data for Bethpage, NY

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Bethpage, NY

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 Bethpage, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.1%
Bachelor's Degree
21.3%
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 Bethpage, NY
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%



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