Wait Staff Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

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

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 2 hours ago

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $18.00 USD per hour ALL ABOUT TARGET Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life...

Cashier

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 4 days ago

The Cashier is the key to ensuring guest satisfaction. This is a very important position for a friendly, helpful individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. Why should you apply?...

Cashier / Service

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 4 days ago

The Cashier / Service is the key to ensuring guest satisfaction. This is a very important position for a friendly, helpful individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. Why should you...

Restaurant Team Member

  • Palmyra, VA (23 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Palmyra, VA (23 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Restaurant Team Member The Restaurant Team member performs assigned workstation duties to ensure quality products and service are delivered to our customers meeting Papa John's standards. Comply...

Busser AM

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days ago

Service Server Omni Charlottesville Hotel Charlottesville, VA A property of: Omni Hotels & Resorts Part-Time 11 days ago Front Desk Agent Omni Charlottesville Hotel Charlottesville, VA A property of...

Part Time - Head Cashier - Flexible

  • Ruckersville, VA (14 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ruckersville, VA (14 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 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...

Bistro Attendant

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 9 days ago

Perform cleaning duties, such as sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet, tidying up server station, taking out trash, or checking and cleaning bathroom....

Food Runner New Emmy Squared Location

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 10 days ago

Now Hiring: Food Runners! We're excited to bring Emmy Squared Pizza to Short Pump and we're on the lookout for high-energy Food Runners to join our opening team! Known for our Detroit-Style pizza,...

Full Time - Head Cashier - Day

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 10 days ago

Full Time Fulfillment Team Lead Day 400 Woodbrook Drive Location Charlottesville, VA 0517 Category Store Operations Job Id JR02107653 Job Type Full time Department Fulfillment Team Customer...

Weekend Server

  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Our franchise organization, Valley Corral, LLC dba Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The main responsibility of the Server is "Making...

Banquet Server - On Call

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 12 days ago

Location Charlottesville Hotel The Omni Charlottesville Hotel offers 208 beautifully appointed guestrooms and suites featuring panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, along with a full...

Starbucks/Barista

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 12 days ago

Provide exceptional customer service in a safe and clean environment to ensure the customer's return visit. Treat customers/employees in a fair and ethical manner, promoting an inclusive work...

Prepared Food Team Member

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 12 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes, and organization? Our prepared meal and rotisserie chicken associates prepare fresh food items daily for our members through...

Food Runner/Busser - PM - The Conservatory - Full-time

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 12 days ago

Location Charlottesville Hotel The Omni Charlottesville Hotel offers 208 beautifully appointed guestrooms and suites featuring panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, along with a full...

Kfc Team Member

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 18 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 18 days ago

We're looking for hard-working, enthusiastic individuals who want to be a part of a winning team at our KFC restaurant. If you enjoy working with people and love to learn new things, we want YOU...

Demographic Data for Charlottesville, VA

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

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 Charlottesville, VA 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 Charlottesville, VA
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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