Wait Staff Jobs in China Grove, NC

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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Wendy's Team Member

  • Troutman, NC (17 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Troutman, NC (17 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 1 hour ago

service Qualifications Required Qualifications Incredible guest service skills and ability to maintain a guest focused culture Ability to complete accurate sales transactions Ability to cleanly and...

Food Runner - Carolina Mall Chilis

  • Concord, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Concord, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 2 hours 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...

Prepared Food Team Member

  • Mooresville, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Mooresville, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 4 hours 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...

Bojangles Team Member (Miembro del equipo) - Concord, NC - 831

  • Concord, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Concord, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 6 hours ago

Start your Bo-Journey today! Its Bo Time isnt a phrase, its a lifestyle. We commit ourselves to being better for each other and our guests. You see this in our hospitality, our inclusiveness and...

Wedding Banquet Server

  • Harrisburg, NC (19 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, NC (19 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Are you ready to be part of something special? Wedgewood Weddings is looking for energetic banquet servers to join our team and help create amazing memories for our couples on their big day! What...

Servers (Part-Time)

  • Davidson, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Davidson, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Williams Place, the premier independent living retirement community for active seniors in Davidson, is now hiring part-time Servers (evening and weekend shifts available). This is the perfect...

Food Runner - Carolina Mall Chili's

  • Concord, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Concord, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 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...

Server

  • Concord, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Concord, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 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 .......

Restaurant Team Member

  • China Grove, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • China Grove, NC
  • 1 day ago

Do you want to have fun, make new friends and earn extra cash? If so, Papa Johns is the right fit for you! As a Restaurant Team Member, you will be the face for our customers ensuring they receive...

Breakfast Attendant

  • Concord, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Concord, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Hospitality and Guest Service: Must have a desire to serve all guests. Age Requirement: Must be 18 years of age or older to perform this job....

barista - Store# 08453, BIRKDALE

  • Huntersville, NC (17 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC (17 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 3 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# 11969, Kannapolis Parkway

  • Concord, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Concord, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 3 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...

Cashier PT

  • Huntersville, NC (17 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC (17 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Effective communication and guest service skills. Ability to retrieve and push in shopping carts. Ability to bend and lift to load guests orders in to cars. #LI-KG1...

Bojangles Team Member (Miembro del equipo) - Richfield, NC - 766

  • Richfield, NC (19 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Richfield, NC (19 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Start your Bo-Journey today! Its Bo Time isnt a phrase, its a lifestyle. We commit ourselves to being better for each other and our guests. You see this in our hospitality, our inclusiveness and...

Part Time Barista

  • Concord, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Concord, NC (14 miles from China Grove, NC)
  • 4 days ago

This is a part time position. Responsible for preparing, processing, packaging, and stocking products according to Starbucks Standards. Also responsible for providing customer service, cleaning...

Demographic Data for China Grove, NC

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in China Grove, NC

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 China Grove, NC 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 China Grove, NC
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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