Wait Staff Jobs in Staten Island, 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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barista - Store# 69054, Pier Village

  • Long Branch, NJ (23 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ (23 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 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 / Cashier Flexible Hours

  • Long Branch, NJ (23 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ (23 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 9 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# 21655, FAIRLAWN

  • Fair Lawn, NJ (21 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Fair Lawn, NJ (21 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 22 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

  • Atlantic Highlands, NJ (15 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • Atlantic Highlands, NJ (15 miles from Staten Island, 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...

Server Part-Time Saturday and Sunday

  • Brooklyn, NY (7 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (7 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

We are a fast paced, in door and out door restaurant. Looking for part time servers for 2 shifts a week. Saturday Sunday mandatory plus a possible additional dinner shift Position is seasonal for...

Wine Bar Seeks Part-Time Wine Server for weekend brunch

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

Wine Server Opportunity at Lelabar PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION We are looking for a wine server to join our busy wine bar, known for its extensive, award-winning wine list and friendly,...

Seeking Experienced Waiter/Waitress

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

We are seeking an experienced waiter/waitress to join our team at a busy diner. If you are reliable, have a background in working with diner menus, and can handle day and night shifts, we want to...

Barista & Cashier Wanted

  • Hoboken, NJ (8 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (8 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

Hello, we are Blue Angel Bakery and Cafe in Hoboken that will have Grand Opening very soon. We already have a location set in Fort Lee, New Jersey and decided to open one more for anyone to come...

Restaurant server/waiter

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (24 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (24 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

Greet customers warmly and professionally as they arrive Present menus and explain daily specials or recommendations Take food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently Enter orders into POS...

Core Team Member

  • Port Monmouth, NJ (13 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Port Monmouth, NJ (13 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

Location: Port Monmouth As a Sweetgreen Team Member , you will be an ambassador for our mission: building healthier communities by connecting people to real food. We love team players! Whether...

Busser

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Summary SPIN combines design, nightlife, sports, cocktail and entertainment with ping-pong courts and an elevated food & beverage experience with private and corporate events. We are seeking...

Server/Waiter/Waitress

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

We seek enthusiastic and experienced individuals to join our team. As a server, you will play a key role in providing exceptional service to our guests by taking orders, and serving food and...

Food Runner

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

What Youll Do: Run beautifully plated dishes from kitchen to table efficiently and accurately Represent the quality and care we put into every dish What Were Looking For: A sense of urgency and...

AM Barista

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

AM Barista Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour plus tips (tip credit applies) Company Overview Jose Andres Group restaurants have always been centered around our original mission, Change the World through...

Team Member

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Description: At Pret, Team Members work as part of a team in the kitchen or front of house of a Pret shop. They are responsible for creating a welcoming safe environment, engaging and wowing...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Staten Island, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Staten Island, NY 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 Staten Island, NY
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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