Wait Staff Jobs in Alabama

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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barista - Store# 24727, PERDIDO BEACH & ORANGE BEACH - ORANGE BE

  • Orange Beach, AL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Orange Beach, AL
  • 90+ 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...

Sbarro - Team Member

  • Orange Beach, AL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Orange Beach, AL
  • 12 hours ago

Are you a high energy, outgoing person who loves to help others and work as part of a team? Are you interested in starting a career in food service? Do you thrive in fast paced environments? Then...

Team Member

  • Opelika, AL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Opelika, AL
  • 14 hours ago

Working at Pizza Hut is about making hungry people happy. It's about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra cash. As a Pizza Hut team member, you can be the smiling...

Cashier

  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 14 hours ago

Overview Enters food items into the cafeteria point of sale (POS) system. Enters customers charge information into the system and/or collects money from customers, makes change and gives customers...

AM Team Member

  • Athens, AL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Athens, AL
  • 23 hours ago

Greet Guests, take food/beverage orders, expediting orders, assist with dining room service. Properly operate POS system for taking all types of Guest orders....

Cashier

  • Cottondale, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Cottondale, AL
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Pay Rates Starting between: $11.38 - $14.88 / hour Are you passionate about team building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment...

Part Time - Head Cashier - Flexible

  • Cullman, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Cullman, AL
  • 1 day ago

Essential Functions: NOTE: Minors in this role may not be responsible for some of the activities listed below Assisted Self Check Out Demonstrates ability to monitor and identify customers who...

Food Captain

  • Gurley, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Gurley, AL
  • 1 day ago

Store 2709319: 6016 Hwy 72 East, Gurley, Alabama 35748 Availability - Shift/Days Full time Flexible Availability Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company complies with the Americans...

Cashier

  • Opelika, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Opelika, AL
  • 1 day 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...

Catering Worker, On-Call

  • Vance, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Vance, AL
  • 1 day ago

Catering Worker, On-Call AVI Foodsystems Inc Vance, AL (Onsite) Part-Time Job Details AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role ofCatering Worker,...

Team Member: Service Champion

  • Crossville, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Crossville, AL
  • 1 day ago

Hiring up to $14 per hour for talented Service Champions! "You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be...

Banquet Server

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 1 day ago

Banquet Server** PeopleReady of Montgomery, AL is now hiring Banquet Servers! As a Banquet Server, you will set up events, serve guests, and clean up at the event's conclusion. Apply today and you...

barista - Store# 13704, BELTLINE & SPRING

  • Decatur, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 1 day 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 - Store# 78780, HWY 98 & FAIRHOPE AVE

  • Fairhope, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairhope, AL
  • 1 day 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 - Store# 64645, PELHAM RD. & WILSON DR.

  • Jacksonville, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Jacksonville, AL
  • 1 day 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...

Demographic Data for Alabama

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Alabama

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 Alabama offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.6%
Bachelor's Degree
20.9%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Some College
3.8%
Some High School
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Wait Staffs in Alabama
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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