Wait Staff Jobs in South 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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Coffee Shop Barista

  • Yankton, SD
  • 21 hours ago
  • Yankton, SD
  • 21 hours ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Food & Beverage Attendant

  • Keystone, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Keystone, SD
  • 2 days ago

Tipped PositionAs a Food & Beverage Attendant, you are the main point of contact for our guest dining experience.You will engage with guests at our caf style restaurant where you will make...

KFC Team Member

  • Brookings, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Brookings, SD
  • 2 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 / Front of House Team Member

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 3 days ago

Barista / Front of House Team Member Black Hills Bagels blackhillsbagels KITCHEN FULL-TIME 12-15/HR + TIPS RAPID CITY About the Role Do you love coffee, good food, and being the friendly face that...

Evening Barista

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 3 days ago

EVENING BARISTA SIOUX FALLS, SD SUMMARY: The Barista ensures that the mission, principles, and Scooter's touchstones are carried out, embraced, and modeled. The Barista must have a positive...

Server - Sioux Falls Chili's

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 4 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 4 days ago

Role Overview Our Servers don't just provide our Guests with amazing food and drinks. They deliver hospitality and service that is absolutely Chili's! If you take pride in providing great service...

Lead Cashier

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 4 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 4 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...

Juice Barista

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago

DESCRIPTION Overview: This position is responsible for preparing juice and other specialty products for purchase. RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Properly set up and...

Cashier

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Provide guests fast, friendly, and clean service Maintain inventory Operate cash registers Maintain the overall appearance and cleanliness of the restaurant Provide excellent guest service...

Banquet Server (On-Call) - Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago

service and financial profitability....

Waitstaff

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 6 days ago

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships...

Full Time - Head Cashier - Closing

  • Brookings, SD
  • 7 days ago
  • Brookings, SD
  • 7 days ago

Essential Functions: NOTE: Minors in this role may not be responsible for some of the activities listed below Assisted Self Check Out Demonstrates ability to monitor and identify customers who...

Server

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 8 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 8 days ago

WE ARE LONGHORN. Legendary food and service begins with legendary people. We believe in earning the loyalty of our Team Members with our strong, diverse culture, well-done benefits and growth...

To Go Specialist

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 8 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 8 days ago

WE ARE LONGHORN. Legendary food and service begins with legendary people. We believe in earning the loyalty of our Team Members with our strong, diverse culture, well-done benefits and growth...

Cashier

  • Miller, SD
  • 9 days ago
  • Miller, SD
  • 9 days ago

Overview The primary focus of this position is to provide exceptional guest service by operating a cash register and assisting guests with a “Say Yes to the Guest” attitude....

Demographic Data for South Dakota

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in South 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 South Dakota offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.0%
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 South Dakota
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%



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