Wait Staff Jobs in Raleigh, 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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Team Member

  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 8 hours ago

Team Member At CAVA, we love what we do, and we try and make every day as fulfilling as the last. Our restaurants need team members to make the magic happen every day. Everyone matters and we're...

Servers (Korean restaurant)

  • Cary, NC (8 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Cary, NC (8 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 13 hours ago

Experience is not required. We are looking for positive attitude with great teamwork people. Full time or part time available. Email for applying.

Dining Room Attendant - Downtown Raleigh Marriott AM/PM

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 21 hours ago

The ideal Busser must be able to work a variety of shifts to include morning, evenings and weekends; the candidate should have at least one year of fast casual dining or customer service experience,...

Lead Barista - Starbucks

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 23 hours ago

Raleigh Marriott City Center 500 Fayetteville Street Raleigh, NC 27601 Hotel with 401 Rooms Managed By Concord Hospitality Enterprises Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook...

Starbucks Barista -AM/PM Flexible-Downtown Raleigh Marriott

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 23 hours ago

The Barista connects with the guests by providing them a friendly, enthusiastic, yet professional and timely service RESPONSIBILITIES: Providing personalized service to all guests. Wiping up...

Server

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 23 hours ago

restrictions and other restaurant functions and services Perform side work for each shift as required and maintain service areas throughout shift Prepare and present final bill, process payment, and...

Lead Banquet Server

  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 23 hours ago

Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park 4700 Guardian Drive Durham, NC 27703 Hotel with 225 Rooms Managed By Driftwood Hospitality Management Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email...

Server

  • Apex, NC (16 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Apex, NC (16 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about...

Fuel Center Cashier PT Wake Forest NC

  • Wake Forest, NC (14 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wake Forest, NC (14 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Overview: To provide the fastest and most pleasant guest service by performing the duties related to the front porch. Responsibilities: 1. Provides excellent guest service for fuel station guests....

barista - Store# 59587, HWY 54 & CARRINGTON MILL

  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 1 day 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...

Starbucks Lead Barista FT - Raleigh Marriott City Center

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago

This position is responsible for modeling our customer service commitment, delivering high-quality products, maintaining a safe and clean store and confidently running shifts that create the...

Waiter/Waitress (Part Time)

  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Morrison Living We are hiring immediately for part time WAITER/WAITRESS positions. Location: Croasdaile Village Retirement Community - 2600 Croasdaile Farm Parkway, Durham, North Carolina 27705....

Cashier

  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Job Introduction Do you enjoy meeting and talking to new people? Does being the face of a company excite you? Do you have a passion for delivering an extraordinary customer service experience...

Catering Captain

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago

Catering Captain** **Job Reference Number:** 32693 **Employment Type:** Full-Time **Segment:** Dining & Events **Brand:** Constellation **State:** North Carolina (US-NC) **The Role at a glance:**...

Restaurant Server PM - Rye Bar & Southern Kitchen

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring Servers! We are looking for people that have a passion to serve others! Working at our food service outlets means you are many times the first or last greeting our guest receives in...

Demographic Data for Raleigh, NC

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Raleigh, NC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Raleigh, NC 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 Raleigh, NC
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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