Wait Staff Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Part-Time Dining Room Attendant

  • Fitchburg, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fitchburg, WI
  • 45+ days ago

Quarry Ridge Retirement Community is accepting applications for a part-time Server to provide a first-class dining experience to residents and their guests. Responsibilities include pre-setting...

Cashier

  • La Crosse, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI
  • 12 days ago

Starting hiring pay at: $15.50 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Canes will wear many hats (including a Raising Canes hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant...

Restaurant Team Member Part Time

  • Rio, WI
  • 10 days ago
  • Rio, WI
  • 10 days ago

Req ID: 469022 Address: W9493 County HWY CS Poynette, WI, 53955 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Restaurant Team Member

  • Pardeeville, WI
  • 28 days ago
  • Pardeeville, WI
  • 28 days ago

Req ID: 466502 Address: W9493 County HWY CS Poynette, WI, 53955 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Oakdale, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oakdale, WI
  • 45+ days ago

Req ID: 466499 Address: 220 Oakwood St. Oakdale, WI, 54660 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Cashier

  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 3 hours ago

Location Name: UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-EAU CLAIRE - 84956022 Location ID: 84956022 Cashier Location: UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-EAU CLAIRE - 84956022 Workdays/shifts : WEEKDAYS ONLY - Specific...

1833 Club Server (PT)

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 12 hours ago

As a VIP Lounge (1833 Club) Server, you will have a genuine passion for guest service, and the ability to work well in a team....

Catering Captain (Full Time)

  • Madison, WI
  • 13 hours ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 13 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time CATERING CAPTAIN position. Location : American Family Insurance - 6000 American Parkway, Madison, WI 53783. Note: online applications accepted only....

Cashier (Part Time)

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 13 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 13 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for part time CASHIER positions. Address : Ascension - 2323 North Lake Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53211. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Part time schedule....

Barista - Starbucks

  • Appleton, WI
  • 13 hours ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 13 hours ago

Hilton Appleton Paper Valley 333 W. College Avenue Appleton, WI 54911 Hotel with 388 Rooms Managed By Driftwood Hospitality Management Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook...

Food Runner - Kohler Chilis

  • Sheboygan Falls, WI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Sheboygan Falls, WI
  • 18 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...

Busser - Pleasant Prairie Chilis

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 18 hours ago

Role Overview Our Busser Team Members are responsible for efficiently maintaining a clean and sanitary dining room for our guests. They provide the dependable and fast service that Chili's is...

Copy - Crew Team Member

  • Racine, WI
  • 20 hours ago
  • Racine, WI
  • 20 hours ago

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

Lead Barista - FT

  • Madison, WI
  • 20 hours ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 20 hours ago

As a lead barista, you make the customer experience exceptional by sharing the passion and enthusiasm you have for the Cafe, with every customer interaction. As a deputy to the cafe manager (CM),...

Crew Team Member

  • Plover, WI
  • 20 hours ago
  • Plover, WI
  • 20 hours ago

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

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin 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
4.0%
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 Wisconsin
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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