Wait Staff Jobs in Van, 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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Restaurant Team Member Part Time

  • Van, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Van, TX
  • 14 days ago

Req ID: 462100 Address: 1188 S Oak St Van, TX, 75790 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100% match...

Server - Lindale Chilis

  • Lindale, TX (16 miles from Van, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lindale, TX (16 miles from Van, 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...

Customer Service/Cashier

  • Canton, TX (13 miles from Van, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Canton, TX (13 miles from Van, TX)
  • 1 day ago

You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. Franchisees are independent business owners who set their own wage and benefit programs that...

SERVER- EARN UP TO $20HR w/Tips

  • Chandler, TX (21 miles from Van, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chandler, TX (21 miles from Van, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Earn up to $20 per hour including tips based on what our current servers earn today!! With a relaxed vibe Pizza Hut is a place where adults and kids can have an great time! Hot food, cold drinks,...

Team Member

  • Chandler, TX (21 miles from Van, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chandler, TX (21 miles from Van, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Working at Pizza Hut is about making hungry people happy. It's about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra cash. As a Pizza Hut team member, you can be the smiling...

Server - Lindale Chili's

  • Lindale, TX (16 miles from Van, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lindale, TX (16 miles from Van, TX)
  • 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...

Restaurant Team Member

  • Van, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Van, TX
  • 6 days ago

Req ID: 459703 Address: 1221 S. Oak St Van, TX, 75790 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100% Match...

Cashier

  • Quitman, TX (21 miles from Van, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Quitman, TX (21 miles from Van, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC) is a family business based in Tyler, Texas, and currently operates more than 209 stores in four states - Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma - with three...

Retail Cashier Part Time

  • Van, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Van, TX
  • 12 days ago

Req ID: 463003 Address: 1188 S Oak St Van, TX, 75790 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100% Match...

KFC Team Member

  • Lindale, TX (16 miles from Van, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lindale, TX (16 miles from Van, TX)
  • 14 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...

Retail Customer Service Cashier

  • Van, TX
  • 22 days ago
  • Van, TX
  • 22 days ago

Req ID: 459468 Address: 1221 S. Oak St Van, TX, 75790 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100% Match...

Cashier/Sales Associate - All Shifts

  • Grand Saline, TX (6 miles from Van, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Grand Saline, TX (6 miles from Van, TX)
  • 28 days ago

Overview Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and be the heart of your store? Our Sales Associates do more than just run a register they keep our stores clean, inviting, and running smoothly for...

Starbucks Barista

  • Lindale, TX (16 miles from Van, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lindale, TX (16 miles from Van, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC) is a family business based in Tyler, Texas, and currently operates more than 209 stores in four states - Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma - with three...

Cook Team Member - up to $13/HR

  • Chandler, TX (21 miles from Van, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chandler, TX (21 miles from Van, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Wage: $13 Working at Pizza Hut is about making hungry people happy. It's about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra cash. As a Pizza Hut team member, you can be...

Team Member: Service Champion

  • Chandler, TX (21 miles from Van, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chandler, TX (21 miles from Van, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

" You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Van, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Van, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.1%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.6%
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 Van, TX
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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