Wait Staff Jobs in Cle Elum, WA

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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Seasonal Barista

  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 3 days ago

With quick work and a passion for guest service, you'll help create and enhance the Suncadia guest experience....

Starbucks Barista

  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 4 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Barista, you will be provided with the skills and products to make the customers day memorable and thats no tall order. Favorite beverages, new and exciting pastry and food...

barista - Store# 69644, CLE ELUM - W 1ST STREET

  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 8 days ago

Join us and inspire with every cup! At Starbucks, it's all about connection. People are at the heart of who we are, especially the people that are a part of our store team. We connect with each...

Barista

  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 8 days ago

Join us and inspire with every cup! At Starbucks, its all about connection. People are at the heart of who we are, especially the people that are a part of our store team. We connect with each...

Seasonal- Nellie's Server

  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 11 days ago
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 11 days ago

Overview Nellie's is a hub of energy during the busy summer season, located at the Nelson Farm Pool. As a Seasonal Nellie's Server you'll work with the Nellie's team to ensure that guests' orders...

Seasonal - Server at The Source

  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 90+ days ago

service skills Minimum 1-year of previous serving and/or restaurant experience Must be 18 years of age or older; Ability to learn basic bartending skills; willing to occasional work bar shifts; if...

Banquet Captain

  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 90+ days ago

service skills #SuncadiaResort...

Seasonal Stovehouse Server

  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 90+ days ago

service skills Minimum 1-year of previous serving and/or restaurant experience Must be 18 years of age or older; Ability to learn basic bartending skills; willing to occasional work bar shifts; if...

Seasonal - Food Runner/Expo

  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Supports restaurant service staff by organizing food orders on a tray and delivering to specified tables as well as serving items to corresponding seat numbers. Position helps to insure...

Seasonal - Lounge Server Assistant

  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 90+ days ago

Overview The main duties of the Server Assistant are to clear and reset tables as needed, support service staff with table maintenance issues. The Server Assistants ensure guest satisfaction, as...

Seasonal Banquet Server

  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 90+ days ago

Overview With genuine care and consideration of our guests expectations, you will be responsible for setting up assigned tables for our banquet functions. You will warmly and enthusiastically...

Cle Elum Crew Team Member

  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 90+ days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald's USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonald's logos and food products,...

Demographic Data for Cle Elum, WA

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Cle Elum, WA

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 Cle Elum, WA offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.4%
Bachelor's Degree
21.1%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
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 Cle Elum, WA
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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