Wait Staff Jobs in North Dakota

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 - Urgently Hiring

  • Taco Bell - Bismarck State Street
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 3 hours ago

What began as an idea between two brothers to open a Mexican restaurant has since grown into one of the largest, privately held Taco Bell franchisees in America. At Border Foods, we work with a...

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Ginna's Cafe Associate

  • Scheels
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 12 hours ago

Do you love sports, fitness, fashion or the outdoors? SCHEELS can turn your passion into a rewarding career through our extensive business and product training. SCHEELS is a leader in the sporting...

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Front of House Team Member

  • Chick-fil-A
  • Grand Forks, ND
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Forks, ND
  • 1 day ago

At Chick-fil-A, the Team Member role is more than just a job; it's an opportunity. In addition to working directly for an independent Owner/Operator, Team Members gain life experience that goes...

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Starbucks Barista (T0085)

  • Target
  • Minot, ND
  • 4 days ago
  • Minot, ND
  • 4 days ago

The role of a Starbucks Barista can provide you with the: Knowledge of guest service fundamentals and experience building a guest first culture in Starbucks Ability to provide a consistent Starbucks...

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Crew Team Member - Closing Crew Up to $17 per hour and Paid Time OFF Starting Day 1

  • McDonald's
  • Devils Lake, ND
  • 5 days ago
  • Devils Lake, ND
  • 5 days ago

Many of your friends work here! You Should Too! This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald's USA. This franchisee owns a...

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Coffee Barista

  • Coborn's
  • Fargo, ND
  • 6 days ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 6 days ago

Overview The Coffee Barista is responsible for upholding our company's high standard of service by assisting guests with their beverage and food orders. Duties include greeting guests and entering...

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Catering Attendant (On Call)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 6 days ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 6 days ago

Location: University of Mary We are hiring immediately for an On Call Catering Attendant position. Address: 7500 University Drive, Bismarck, ND 58504 Note: online applications accepted only....

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Carside To Go Server

  • Cultivate Restaurants
  • Fargo, ND
  • 6 days ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 6 days ago

With Tips Earn $15 - $20 per hour Super Flexible Schedule. Late Nights Not Required Great Intro Into Serving Health Insurance Available after 60 days if over 30 hours per week. Fun, Inclusive and...

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Catering Attendant (On Call)

  • Compass Group
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 6 days ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 6 days ago

Location: University of Mary We are hiring immediately for an On Call Catering Attendant position. Address : 7500 University Drive, Bismarck, ND 58504 Note: online applications accepted only....

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Barista

  • Starbucks
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 6 days ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 6 days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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Coffee Barista Lead

  • Coborn's, Inc.
  • Jamestown, ND
  • 7 days ago
  • Jamestown, ND
  • 7 days ago

Overview The Coffee Barista Lead is responsible for upholding our company's high standard of service by assisting guests with their beverage and food orders. Duties include getting guests and...

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Applebee's Restaurant Server

  • Cultivate Restaurants
  • Dickinson, ND
  • 7 days ago
  • Dickinson, ND
  • 7 days ago

Good Servers can Easily Make $30.00 per hour or more. Flexible Schedules Health Insurance available after 60 days if you work more than 30 hours per week Work a little or a lot. We will work with...

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barista - Store# 08698, Minot- 14th & Broadway

  • Starbucks
  • Minot, ND
  • 8 days ago
  • Minot, ND
  • 8 days ago

Crafting the world's finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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Team Member

  • Noodles & Company
  • Fargo, ND
  • 8 days ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 8 days ago

Restaurant Guest Service RESPONSIBILITIES Greet guests to makethem feel comfortable and welcome Take guests' foodorders and handle cash and credit transactions Follow Noodles &Company's operational...

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Cashier

  • Taco Bell
  • Dickinson, ND
  • 8 days ago
  • Dickinson, ND
  • 8 days ago

What began as an idea between two brothers to open a Mexican restaurant has since grown into one of the largest, privately held Taco Bell franchisees in America. At Border Foods, we work with a...

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Demographic Data for North Dakota

Moving to North Dakota? Find some basic demographic data about North Dakota below.


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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in North Dakota

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 North Dakota offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
Master's Degree
4.2%
Some College
3.8%
Some High School
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Wait Staffs in North Dakota
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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