Wait Staff Jobs in Okmulgee, OK

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.

1-15 of 25 Jobs

Cashier

  • Bixby, OK (23 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bixby, OK (23 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 8 days ago

Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC) is a family business based in Tyler, Texas, and currently operates more than 205 stores in four states - Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma - with three...

Restaurant Team Member

  • Okmulgee, OK
  • 8 days ago
  • Okmulgee, OK
  • 8 days ago

Req ID: 459694 Address: 1300 N Wood Drive Okmulgee, OK, 74447 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Retail Cashier Part Time

  • Okemah, OK (18 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 9 days ago
  • Okemah, OK (18 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 9 days ago

Req ID: 462994 Address: 102 W. Copeland Okemah, OK, 74859 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Restaurant Team Member Part Time

  • Okmulgee, OK
  • 9 days ago
  • Okmulgee, OK
  • 9 days ago

Req ID: 463058 Address: 1300 N Wood Drive Okmulgee, OK, 74447 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Retail Customer Service Cashier

  • Okemah, OK (18 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 10 days ago
  • Okemah, OK (18 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 10 days ago

Req ID: 459463 Address: 102 W. Copeland Okemah, OK, 74859 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Busser/Server assitant

  • Glenpool, OK (20 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 10 days ago
  • Glenpool, OK (20 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 10 days ago

Introduction: We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Busser to join our team at our busy restaurant. The Busser will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the...

Server

  • Glenpool, OK (20 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 10 days ago
  • Glenpool, OK (20 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 10 days ago

Introduction: We are seeking a friendly and professional Server to join our team and provide excellent service to our guests. The Server will be responsible for taking orders, serving food and...

Cashier

  • Haskell, OK (21 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 16 days ago
  • Haskell, OK (21 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 16 days ago

Job Details Level : Entry Job Location : Homeland Store 857 - Haskell, OK Position Type : Part Time Education Level : None Salary Range : $9.75 - $14.00 Hourly Job Shift : Open Homeland is looking...

KFC Team Member

  • Bixby, OK (23 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 18 days ago
  • Bixby, OK (23 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 18 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...

barista - Store# 78568, I44 & 9TH STREET

  • Sapulpa, OK (23 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 19 days ago
  • Sapulpa, OK (23 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 19 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...

Late Night Team Member

  • Henryetta, OK (14 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 20 days ago
  • Henryetta, OK (14 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 20 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...

Team Member

  • Bristow, OK (22 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 21 days ago
  • Bristow, OK (22 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 21 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...

Cashier

  • Bixby, OK (23 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 22 days ago
  • Bixby, OK (23 miles from Okmulgee, OK)
  • 22 days 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...

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Okmulgee, OK
  • 24 days ago
  • Okmulgee, OK
  • 24 days ago

Req ID: 459694 Address: 1300 N Wood Drive Okmulgee, OK, 74447 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Server

  • Okmulgee, OK
  • 26 days ago
  • Okmulgee, OK
  • 26 days ago

Restocks condiment areas, cleans tables and booths, cleans restrooms, disposes of trash, sweeps and mops floors, vacuums carpets, and dusts....

Demographic Data for Okmulgee, OK

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Okmulgee, OK

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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