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

  • Resort Lifestyle Communities
  • Fitchburg, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Fitchburg, WI
  • 3 days ago

Deliver room service meals and pick up trays with a friendly, positive attitude....

In Person Part Time

Starbucks Barista

  • Starbucks
  • Saukville, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Saukville, WI
  • 2 days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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Barista

  • Starbucks
  • Beaver Dam, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Beaver Dam, WI
  • 2 days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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barista - Store# 47109, HWY 151 & COUNTRY

  • Starbucks
  • Fond du Lac, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Fond du Lac, WI
  • 2 days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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barista - Store# 70640, DEFOREST - V & HOLIDAY CT

  • Starbucks
  • Deforest, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Deforest, WI
  • 2 days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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barista - Store# 57233, APPLETON & MIDWAY

  • Starbucks
  • Menasha, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Menasha, WI
  • 5 days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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barista - Store# 60645, HWY 21 - OSHKOSH AVE

  • Starbucks
  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 6 days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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

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

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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barista - Store# 02718, WISCONSIN DELLS - HWY 12 & HWY 13

  • Starbucks
  • Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • 17 days ago
  • Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • 17 days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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barista - Store# 08970, MADISON-3515 UNIVERSITY AVENUE

  • Starbucks
  • Madison, WI
  • 28 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 28 days ago

Crafting the worlds finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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Server

  • Lifespace Communities
  • Brown Deer, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Brown Deer, WI
  • 5 days ago

Fill room service menu orders and expedite delivery and ensure all room service trays are retrieved at conclusion of dining time....

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Team Member

  • DRM Arbys
  • Marshfield, WI
  • 2 hours ago
  • Marshfield, WI
  • 2 hours ago

Minors 14 - 15 age $9 - $10 per hour Minors 16 -17 age $10 - $11 per hour 18 and Older $10.50 - $11.85 per hour Pay rates may differ for Minors Employer: DRM Inc. Why should you join the DReaM...

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Server

  • Buffalo Wild Wings
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 3 hours ago

You know what it takes to fuel moments worth sharing and have exceptional time management, attention to detail, and guest service skills. Not sure if your experience aligns?...

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Cashier

  • Buffalo Wild Wings
  • Oak Creek, WI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Oak Creek, WI
  • 3 hours ago

You know what it takes to fuel moments worth sharing and have exceptional time management, attention to detail, and guest service skills. Not sure if your experience aligns?...

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barista - Store# 13679, DE PERE-MAIN & 10TH

  • Starbucks
  • De Pere, WI
  • 3 hours ago
  • De Pere, WI
  • 3 hours ago

Crafting the world's finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

In Person

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
40.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
Master's Degree
4.2%
Some College
3.8%
Some High School
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%

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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