Wait Staff Jobs in Charlestown, RI

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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Server

  • Warwick, RI (23 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Warwick, RI (23 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 23 hours ago

You know what it takes to fuel moments worth sharing and have exceptional time management, attention to detail, and guest service skills. Not sure if your experience aligns?...

Student Server

  • Groton, CT (19 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Groton, CT (19 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Avery Point by Erickson Senior Living Compensation: $13/hr Flexible hours with your school schedule. No late nights! Typically out by 8:30pm. Join our team as a student server, where...

Food Runner - Tuscany

  • Uncasville, CT (24 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Uncasville, CT (24 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 2 days ago

JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIES IF YOU ARE AN EXISTING TEAM MEMBER, PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO BE TAKEN TO THE INTERNAL CAREER SITE: MOHEGAN INTERNAL CAREER SITE...

Lead Cashier

  • Warwick, RI (23 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (23 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 2 days ago

This position is responsible for driving loyalty results, including credit, through a focus on performance (sales, guest experience, and loyalty), people (guest service, and associate training and development...

Breakfast Attendant

  • East Greenwich, RI (19 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • East Greenwich, RI (19 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Breakfast Host/AttendantDo you have a genuine warmth and helpful nature? Do you thrive on working in fast paced environments? Do you enjoy making others smile? We are hiring for a Breakfast Host!...

Dining Server

  • Groton, CT (19 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Groton, CT (19 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Location: Avery Point by Erickson Senior Living Adult Server Opportunity, no late nights! Compensation: $15/hr, based on experience. Part-Time; 3-5 days per week. Are you ready to launch your...

Busser - New London Chilis

  • New London, CT (23 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • New London, CT (23 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Since then, we've boldly claimed our place in the casual dining industry as the place to go for Big Mouth burgers, house smoked ribs, full on fajitas, and hand shaken margaritas!...

Server - novelle

  • Uncasville, CT (24 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Uncasville, CT (24 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 3 days ago

JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIES IF YOU ARE AN EXISTING TEAM MEMBER, PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO BE TAKEN TO THE INTERNAL CAREER SITE: MOHEGAN INTERNAL CAREER SITE...

Busser - New London Chili's

  • New London, CT (23 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • New London, CT (23 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Since then, we've boldly claimed our place in the casual dining industry as the place to go for Big Mouth burgers, house smoked ribs, full on fajitas, and hand shaken margaritas!...

Food & Beverage Attendant

  • Mashantucket, CT (16 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mashantucket, CT (16 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Pay: $17 per hour At Great Wolf, the Food and Beverage Attendant is responsible for positive guest interactions while taking orders, serving, and handling transactions in a friendly and efficient...

Banquet Server

  • Charlestown, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Charlestown, RI
  • 5 days ago

Banquet Server PeopleReady of Norwich, CT is now hiring Banquet Servers in Charlestown, RI! As a Banquet Server, you will set up events, serve guests, and clean up at the event's conclusion. Apply...

Breakfast Attendant

  • Wakefield, RI (6 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wakefield, RI (6 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 6 days ago

About Us: At The Fairfield Inn and Suites, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service with a smile. As part of the Marriott family, we strive to provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere...

Cashier - XtraMart

  • South Kingstown, RI (6 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • South Kingstown, RI (6 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 6 days ago

Now Hiring for Guest Service Associates Full-time and/or Part-time About Global Partners LP With nearly 1,600 locations, primarily in the Northeast, Global is one of the largest independent owners,...

Server

  • Uncasville, CT (24 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Uncasville, CT (24 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Provide friendly, responsive service to create an exceptional dining experience for all of our guests. Each servers primary objective is to show our guests such a marvelous time, they will want to...

Server/Dishwasher

  • Groton, CT (19 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Groton, CT (19 miles from Charlestown, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Provincial Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages lifestyle-focused senior living communities. Our company, which was built on our...

Demographic Data for Charlestown, RI

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Charlestown, RI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Charlestown, RI offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.2%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
Master's Degree
4.0%
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 Charlestown, RI
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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