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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Random Lake Pizzeria

Servers

Looking for a fun, fast-paced place to work with amazing people and even better food? Random Lake Pizzeria is on the lookout for energetic, personable Servers to join our team 2–4 days a week....

barista - Store# 10247, OCONOMOWOC AND NORTH SUMMIT

  • Oconomowoc, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oconomowoc, WI
  • 45+ 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...

barista - Store# 69006, GREEN BAY & DULUTH - DOOR COUNTY

  • Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • 60+ 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...

barista - Store# 48178, Edwards & 50

  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • 45+ 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...

Barista

  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • 45+ 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...

barista - Store# 16518, MADISON - E WASHINGTON & CONTINENTAL

  • Madison, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 45+ 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...

Barista / Cashier - Hiring Immediately

  • Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • 28 days ago
  • Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • 28 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...

Barista / Cashier Flexible Hours

  • Oconomowoc, WI
  • 28 days ago
  • Oconomowoc, WI
  • 28 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...

barista - Store# 10305, MANITOWOC-CALUMET & DEWEY

  • Manitowoc, WI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Manitowoc, WI
  • 60+ 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...

barista - Store# 70637, MINOCQUA - HWY 51 AND HWY 70

  • Minocqua, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Minocqua, WI
  • 45+ 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...

Cashier

  • Clintonville, WI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Clintonville, WI
  • 5 hours ago

Company Introduction If you're friendly and dependable and you like to work with terrific guests, we'd love to talk about an opportunity on our team! Coborn's, Inc. is a fast-growing...

Starbucks/Lead Barista

  • Brookfield, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Brookfield, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Ensure service standards are met and surpassed by providing customers with prompt, quality coffee selection, purchase and preparation. Monitors total department conditions and follows through to...

Retail Team Member - Cashier

  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 7 hours ago

PANERA CAFE RETAIL TEAM MEMBER: CASHIER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible...

Team Member

  • Madison, WI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 8 hours ago

What began as an idea between two brothers to open a Mexican restaurant has since grown into one of the largest, privately held Taco Bell franchisees in America. At Border Foods, we work with a...

Server

  • West Bend, WI
  • 9 hours ago
  • West Bend, WI
  • 9 hours ago

In most jobs, everyone doesnt spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, thats just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase of...

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

Moving to Wisconsin? Find some basic demographic data about Wisconsin below.


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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
41.5%
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 Wisconsin
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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