Wait Staff Jobs in Vestal, 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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Servers

  • Vestal, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Vestal, NY
  • 4 hours ago

Servers Server Range: $15.50-$15.50 (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!...

Busser Tully's Vestal Inc.

  • Vestal, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Vestal, NY
  • 3 days ago

Description Come be part of our growing Tully's Family!! Since 1991, Tully's Good Times has been a family owned, locally operated business with locations across Central, Western, and Southern New...

Server Tully's Vestal Inc.

  • Vestal, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Vestal, NY
  • 3 days ago

Description Come be part of our growing Tully's Family!! Since 1991, Tully's Good Times has been a family owned, locally operated business with locations across Central, Western, Southern New York...

Breakfast Attendant

  • Vestal, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Vestal, NY
  • 8 days ago

Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm professional manner Understanding of hotel products and guest...

barista - Store# 13263, UNIVERSITY PLAZA, VESTAL PARKWAY

  • Vestal, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Vestal, NY
  • 8 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...

Juice Barista Part Time

  • Vestal, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Vestal, NY
  • 8 days ago

Job Posting Overview Weekly Pay Pay Rate $17.00 Flexible Schedule Fun Work Environment Career Advancement Opportunities Online and/or on-the-job training This part time associate produces,...

Cafe Associate

  • Vestal, NY
  • 11 days ago
  • Vestal, NY
  • 11 days ago

... Why do people love eating in our cafe at Sams Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help cafe associates. Do you have a passion for preparing...

Prepared Food Team Member

  • Susquehanna, PA (22 miles from Vestal, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Susquehanna, PA (22 miles from Vestal, NY)
  • 22 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes, and organization? Our prepared meal and rotisserie chicken associates prepare fresh food items daily for our members through...

Server

  • Binghamton, NY (10 miles from Vestal, NY)
  • 23 days ago
  • Binghamton, NY (10 miles from Vestal, NY)
  • 23 days ago

You'll bring our mission of Pleasing People to life by working as part of a team to provide the great guest service Cracker Barrel is known for. The best part?...

barista - Store# 07656, VESTAL PARKWAY

  • Vestal, NY
  • 27 days ago
  • Vestal, NY
  • 27 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...

Restaurant Team Member - Cashier

  • Vestal, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vestal, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Deliver excellent guest service in every circumstance. Be informed about the priorities of the day....

barista - Store# 10286, FRONT STREET

  • Binghamton, NY (10 miles from Vestal, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Binghamton, NY (10 miles from Vestal, NY)
  • 30+ 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...

KFC Team Member

  • Sayre, PA (24 miles from Vestal, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sayre, PA (24 miles from Vestal, NY)
  • 30+ days 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...

Team Member - Full Time

  • Owego, NY (13 miles from Vestal, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Owego, NY (13 miles from Vestal, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Description You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent...

Team Member - Late Night / Closer - Full Time

  • Owego, NY (13 miles from Vestal, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Owego, NY (13 miles from Vestal, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business...

Demographic Data for Vestal, NY

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Vestal, 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 Vestal, NY 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 Vestal, NY
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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