Wait Staff Jobs in Pigeon Forge, 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 Barista

  • Starbucks
  • Sevierville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Sevierville, TN
  • 2 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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Server

  • Diverse Concepts, LLC
  • Pigeon Forge, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Pigeon Forge, TN
  • 1 hour ago

Why come work with us? Consistent flexible hours, including overtime available No working into early morning hours. We aren't open into early morning hours Minimal Side Work Non-corporate, family...

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Busser

  • Diverse Concepts, LLC
  • Pigeon Forge, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Pigeon Forge, TN
  • 1 hour ago

Why work with us? Consistent flexible hours, including overtime Non-corporate, family type environment Shift Supervisor and Management opportunities available No late nights! We aren't open into...

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Barista

  • Dutch Bros Coffee
  • Townsend, TN (15 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Townsend, TN (15 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 19 hours ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing. At Dutch Bros Coffee, we are more than just a coffee company. We are a fun-loving, mind-blowing company that makes...

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Chick-Fil-A Front Counter Team Member

  • Chick-fil-A
  • Knoxville, TN (21 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Knoxville, TN (21 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for the opportunity to make connections, grow your leadership, and serve guests? This position is for you! At Chick-fil-A, we are always keeping an eye out for applicants who are friendly,...

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barista - Store# 09926, HWY 66 & US 411

  • Sevierville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Sevierville, TN
  • 1 day ago

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

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P/T Servers / Expo - Horn of Plenty Knoxville - Now Hiring

  • Knoxville, TN (21 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (21 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Horn of Plenty Restaurant & Market ( Knoxville ) Scratch-made Southern cuisine for food lovers. Now Hiring Friendly Servers! And Expo/Prep person We are looking for experienced restaurant servers...

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Banquet Server

  • PeopleReady
  • Sevierville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Sevierville, TN
  • 2 days ago

Banquet Server PeopleReady of Knoxville, TN is now hiring Banquet Servers in Sevierville, TN! As a Banquet Server, you will set up events, serve guests, and clean up at the event's conclusion....

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Evening Food and Beverage Attendant

  • Drury Hotels
  • Pigeon Forge, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Pigeon Forge, TN
  • 5 days ago

Ensure an exceptional guest experience by providing courteous, friendly, guest service with a +1 Service attitude....

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Cashier - Late Night/Closing Shift

  • Taco Bell
  • Knoxville, TN (21 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (21 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Looking for adults, 18 years and older, who can work after dinner and late nights. Times vary by restaurant. Schedules can start as early as 4:00pm or later. This shift has a wide variety of shift...

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Bojangles Team Member (Miembro del equipo) - Knoxville, TN - 947

  • Bojangles
  • Knoxville, TN (21 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (21 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Start your Bo-Journey today! It's Bo Time isn't a phrase, it's a lifestyle. We commit ourselves to being better for each other and our guests. You see this in our hospitality, our inclusiveness...

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Restaurant Team Member

  • Papa John's
  • Knoxville, TN (21 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (21 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Team Members and Managers in training needed. Responsibilities include supervising restaurant kitchen and delivery operations, taking customer orders, making pizzas and miscellaneous kitchen help....

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Part Time Barista

  • Schulte Companies
  • Knoxville, TN (21 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (21 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Barista to join our team! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude...

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Banquet Server- As Need Basis

  • Manpower
  • Knoxville, TN (21 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (21 miles from Pigeon Forge, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Our client, a prominent organization in the hospitality industry, is seeking Part Time Banquet Servers to join their team. This role supports campus events, athletic galas, and VIP functions in a...

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Restaurant Server - Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge & Resort - Part Time Year Round

  • Dollywood Parks & Resorts
  • Pigeon Forge, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Pigeon Forge, TN
  • 5 days ago

At Dollywood Parks & Resorts, we create memories worth repeating! We are seeking a Restaurant Server who will embody the heart and soul of our mission of creating memories worth repeating while...

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Demographic Data for Pigeon Forge, TN

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Pigeon Forge, 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 Pigeon Forge, TN 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 Pigeon Forge, TN
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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