Wait Staff Jobs in Arlington, TN

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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Starbucks/Lead Barista

  • Arlington, TN
  • 8 hours ago
  • Arlington, TN
  • 8 hours ago

Location: Arlington, US-TN Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent STARBUCKS/LEAD BARISTA Ensure service standards are met and surpassed by providing customers with prompt, quality coffee selection,...

Cashier

  • Germantown, TN (14 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Germantown, TN (14 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 11 hours 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...

Team Member - Opener/Daytime

  • Collierville, TN (14 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Collierville, TN (14 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Work today, get paid today? Yes!! Apply and learn how! Hospitality Restaurant Group(Taco Bell) is looking for Team Members who love serving customers and want to further their professional careers...

Team Member: Service Champion

  • Collierville, TN (14 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Collierville, TN (14 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Work today, get paid today? Yes!! Apply and learn how! Hospitality Restaurant Group(Taco Bell) is looking for Food Service Champions who love serving customers and want to further their...

Busser - Collierville Chilis

  • Collierville, TN (14 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Collierville, TN (14 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Our Busser Team Members are responsible for efficiently maintaining a clean and sanitary dining room for our guests. They provide the dependable and fast service that Chili's is...

Banquet Houseman

  • Memphis, TN (21 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN (21 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 1 day ago

HOLIDAY INN UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS The Holiday Inn University of Memphis is where modern comfort meets Southern hospitality in the vibrant city of Memphis, Tennessee. Conveniently located adjacent...

Team Member - Late Night/ Closer

  • Bartlett, TN (6 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bartlett, TN (6 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Work today, get paid today? Yes!! Apply and learn how! ** Shift Differential for Closing Team Members ** $$ Hospitality Restaurant Group(Taco Bell) is looking for Team Members who love serving...

Line Server - CENTRAL BBQ SUMMER AVENUE

  • Memphis, TN (21 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (21 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 2 days ago

This listing is for Central BBQ on Summer Avenue Line servers and prep cooks at Central BBQ must be able to maintain a prepared and sanitary work area at all times. You will set up work stations...

Cashier

  • Millington, TN (10 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Millington, TN (10 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 3 days ago

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names....

Food Runner - Collierville Chili's

  • Collierville, TN (14 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Collierville, TN (14 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 3 days ago

Role Overview Our Food Runners create an exceptional experience for our Guests and their fellow Team Members by sharing their passion for beverages, food, and people. We hire primarily food...

Food Runner - Millington Chili's

  • Millington, TN (10 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Millington, TN (10 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 3 days ago

Role Overview Our Food Runners create an exceptional experience for our Guests and their fellow Team Members by sharing their passion for beverages, food, and people. We hire primarily food...

Busser - Collierville Chili's

  • Collierville, TN (14 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Collierville, TN (14 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 3 days ago

Role Overview Our Busser Team Members are responsible for efficiently maintaining a clean and sanitary dining room for our guests. They provide the dependable and fast service that Chili's is...

Restaurant Team Member, Overnight Shift - Unit 1306

  • Cordova, TN (8 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cordova, TN (8 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Welcome to Whataburger Careers Ready to work somewhere sizzlin? Our Restaurant Team Members are the secret ingredient who make everything come together. Every shift is a new adventure filled with...

Starbucks Barista, South Coast Plaza - Part Time

  • Bartlett, TN (6 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bartlett, TN (6 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Id : REQ_574626, Title : Starbucks Barista, South Coast Plaza - Part Time, Category : Merchandising, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...300, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Food Runner - Millington Chilis

  • Millington, TN (10 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Millington, TN (10 miles from Arlington, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Role Overview Our Food Runners create an exceptional experience for our Guests and their fellow Team Members by sharing their passion for beverages, food, and people. We hire primarily food...

Demographic Data for Arlington, TN

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Arlington, TN

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 Arlington, TN 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 Arlington, TN
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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