Wait Staff Jobs
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.
Cashiers/Cooks / Game Attendants Needed!
- Superior Staffing, Inc
- Oklahoma City, OK
- 18 hours ago
- Superior Staffing, Inc
- Oklahoma City, OK
- 18 hours ago
We are currently looking to hire friendly and outgoing cashiers and cooks and game attendants for a local Family Amusement /Entertainment Center located in Exciting Bricktown OKC! Don't miss your...
- Wesley Enhanced Living
- Philadelphia, PA
- 3 days ago
- Wesley Enhanced Living
- Philadelphia, PA
- 3 days ago
Overview Come see why Wesley Enhanced Living is Ranked #5 in the Nation as a Best Workplace in our industry! Hiring Immediately! As a Dining Server, you will be able to create a warm and welcoming...
Job Expectations: Deliver outstanding guest service with a smile Assist with food and beverage management Maintain sanitation and food safety standards Participate in food preparation and baking Operate...
- Random Lake Pizzeria
- Random Lake, WI
- 4 days ago
- Random Lake Pizzeria
- Random Lake, WI
- 4 days ago
2-4 days a week. full service, fun environment, excellenct food
- Wesley Enhanced Living
- Doylestown, PA
- 4 days ago
- Wesley Enhanced Living
- Doylestown, PA
- 4 days ago
Overview Wesley Enhanced Living is Ranked #4 in the Nation as the Best Workplace in our industry! Wesley Enhanced Living Doylestown is hiring a Dining Server! This position is a full-time...
- Stubborn Mule Restaurant & Brewery
- Landrum, SC
- 7 days ago
- Stubborn Mule Restaurant & Brewery
- Landrum, SC
- 7 days ago
Looking for Servers to join our awesome team at Stubborn Mule Restaurant & Brewery in Landrum, SC 29356. As a Server, you'll be rocking the customer service, taking orders, serving up delicious...
welcoming guests Take orders and help guests in a polite, caring and pleasant way Delivering food to tables Delivering a great customer experience Clean up the dining area and serving area after each meal Vacuum...
Server / Wait Staff - Experience required
- Port Charlotte, FL
- 13 days ago
- Port Charlotte, FL
- 13 days ago
We are looking for a Server who is reliable and able to handle a busy, fast-paced, fun environment. An ideal candidate will have experience in a full-service or casual dining bar or restaurant....
Clean and reset tables and chairs, vacuum dining room carpet, and clean the salad bar area. You must live by our Core Values of Respect, Kindness & Compassion, Honesty, and Service Excellence....
Req ID: 453740 Address: 13365 Glenbrook Ave Meadowview, VA, 24361 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling *...
Additional Information Job Number 25063167 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location San Jose Marriott, 301 South Market Street, San Jose, California, United States, 95113 VIEW ON MAP...
Record transaction in MICROS system at time of order. Check in with guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and/or beverages....
You will clean and reset tables and chairs, vacuum dining room carpet, and clean the salad bar area....
Additional Information Job Number 25063123 Job Category Rooms & Guest Services Operations Location Courtyard New Orleans French Quarter/Iberville, 910 Iberville Street, New Orleans, Louisiana,...
The ideal barista is motivated, outgoing and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day. A day in the life Prepare and serve beverages and food items consistently by adhering to...
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Wait Staffs offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Wait Staff position
- Military Background
- Ordering Merchandise
- Banquet Catering
- Casual Dining
- Front of House
- Back of House
- Guest Service
- Food and Beverage Management
- Buffet
- Dishwashing
- Sanitation
- Loyalty Marketing
- Fryer
- Grilling
- Fine Dining
- Menu Planning
- Food Preparation
- Catering
- Food Handling
- Courteous
- Food Safety
- Baking
- Point-of-Sale System
- Health and Safety
- Long-Term Disability
- Cooking
- Wellness
- Merchandising
- Cashier Skills
- Cash Handling
- Reimbursement
- Energetic
- Scanning
- Stocking
- Friendliness
- High School Diploma
- Punctual
- Retail
- Driving
- Events
- Flexibility
- Interpersonal Skills
- Multitasking
- English
- Inventory Management
- Sales
- Regulations
- Policy Development
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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