Wait Staff Jobs in South Houston, TX

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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Cashier Tacodeli

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 hour ago

Deliver effective results in the areas of quality, guest service, guest interaction, cleanliness, food safety....

Attendant, Catering (Seasonal)

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 4 hours ago

Location: UHA Overhead We are hiring immediately for seasonal ATTENDANT, CATERING positions. Address : 4455 University Dr, Houston, TX 77204 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Banquet Captain Full-Time

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 4 hours ago

Location Houston Hotel Discover a luxurious oasis at the Omni Houston Hotel. Situated on impeccably manicured grounds, the Houston Galleria hotel features the finest in Houston accommodations with...

Cashier

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 11 hours ago

Join Saigon Hustle as a Cashier! Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoyinteracting with people? Saigon Hustle is looking for dedicated, energeticindividuals to join our team as a...

Food Runner - Clear Lake Shores Chili's

  • Kemah, TX (14 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Kemah, TX (14 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 13 hours 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...

Server - Clear Lake Shores Chili's

  • Kemah, TX (14 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Kemah, TX (14 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 13 hours 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...

Barista - Weekly Pay $17 - Houston, TX

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 13 hours ago

SAGE Dining Services is looking for a friendly and experienced Barista/Server to join our team at a private school in Houston, TX. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a...

Synchronized Banquet Server

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 18 hours ago

Job Description: We are seeking poised, detail-oriented, and highly coordinated Synchronized Banquet Service Servers to deliver an exceptional dining experience through "service in concert" or...

Food Runner

  • Sugar Land, TX (24 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Sugar Land, TX (24 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 19 hours ago

The Food Runner is polite and friendly to guests, wait staff, and management and must follow proper sanitation standards and keep his or her workstation clean and sanitary at all times....

Banquet Server

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: We are seeking an energetic and service-oriented Banquet Server to join our hospitality team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering exceptional food and beverage...

Server FT

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

About Morada Senior Living: Morada Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care- and lifestyle-focused senior living communities in Texas,...

Banquet Captain - C. Baldwin Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Why us? Taking its inspiration from her-story, C. Baldwin honors Charlotte Baldwin Allen, wife of Augustus Chapman Allen who co-founded Houston with his brother John Kirby Allen in 1836. The soul...

Food Runner - Ft Bend Parkway Chili's

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day 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...

Server - Sawyer Heights Chili's

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day 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...

PM Dishwasher / Busser ($15hr) Fast-Paced, Team Environment

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Dishwasher / Busser Fast-Paced, Team Environment Fusion Taco 4706 N Main St, Houston, TX Were hiring a Dishwasher / Busser to help keep our kitchen and dining room running smoothly. Youll wash...

Demographic Data for South Houston, TX

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in South Houston, TX

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 Houston, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.1%
Bachelor's Degree
21.2%
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 Houston, TX
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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