Wait Staff Jobs in British Columbia

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.

1-15 of 35 Jobs

Server

  • North Vancouver, BC
  • 10 hours ago
  • North Vancouver, BC
  • 10 hours ago

Orto artisan pasta, voted best Italian on Northshore, is looking for full and part time servers. What we offer : competitive wages. benefit. free staff meals. Sunday Monday off. What we are...

General Help, Cashier

  • Nanaimo, BC
  • 14 hours ago
  • Nanaimo, BC
  • 14 hours ago

Working Title: General Help, Cashier Employment Status: Full-Time Starting Hourly Rate: 18.61 Address: 3945 Biggs Road Nanaimo BC V9R 5N3 New Hire Schedule: Wednesday-Sunday, may vary Important...

Blue Ocean - Server FT/PT 21-35 hours/wk

  • Sechelt, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Sechelt, BC
  • 1 day ago

JOB POSTING Blue Ocean Bar & Grill Looking for an experienced PT Server with a flexible schedule to work 21 - 35 hours per week. - Current Serving It Right is required. - Bartending skills and...

Waitstaff, Part Time Casual .

  • Comox, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Comox, BC
  • 1 day ago

Working Title: Waitstaff, Part Time Casual. Employment Status: On-Call (PRN, Per Diem, Casual) Starting Hourly Rate: 24.34 (base pay + wage levelling*) *Base pay includes 3.37/hr wage levelling*...

General Clerk/Cashier

  • Port Coquitlam, BC
  • 2 days ago
  • Port Coquitlam, BC
  • 2 days ago

With over 175 stores and nearly 22,000 team members, Save-On-Foods is Western Canadas largest grocery retail company. Committed to its core values of service, people, innovation, fun and...

Server

  • Kelowna, BC
  • 2 days ago
  • Kelowna, BC
  • 2 days ago

Server Job Type: Seasonal (May – October 2025) Location: CedarCreek Estate Winery, Kelowna, B.C. CedarCreek Estate Winery: Our Winery is in the heart of British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley,...

Working Title: Waitstaff, On-Call (PRN, Per Diem, Casual), Electronic Arts Vancouver, Burnaby, BC Employment Status: On-Call (PRN, Per Diem, Casual) Starting Hourly Rate: $20,00 per hour Address:...

Hiring A Summer Host/Busser $19 Per Hour To Start

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 3 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 3 days ago

We are a breakfast/lunch restaurant in Kitsilano currently looking to hire a summer position host/busser! The wage is $19 per hour to start plus a free meal per shift. Shifts will be Friday,...

PT Barista at El Cafecito (Granville Island)

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 4 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 4 days ago

Were looking for a skilled and passionate barista to join our team at El Cafecito! If you love coffee and enjoy creating a welcoming experience for customers, wed love to hear from you. Job...

FOOD RUNNER - No Experience Needed

  • Victoria, BC
  • 4 days ago
  • Victoria, BC
  • 4 days ago

Join our busy downtown restaurant team! Finn's is looking for a FOOD RUNNER. Pay is $17.40 per hour + Great Tips + Staff Discounts Since opening in 2017 Finn's has built a reputation for great...

Barista/Counter Person, PT, Amazon - The Post, Vancouver, BC

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 5 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 5 days ago

Working Title: Barista/Counter Person, PT, Amazon - The Post, Vancouver, BC Employment Status: Part -Time Starting Hourly Rate: $20.00/hour Address: 399 West Georgia St, Vancouver, BC,V6B3A0 New...

Server

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 7 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 7 days ago

Casual Permanent, Hourly 3338 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver,BC, V6S 0A6 Our Mission to You: As a certified Great Place to Work®, Seasons believes that every single team member plays an important role...

General Clerk/Cashier - Tsawwassen

  • Tsawwassen, BC
  • 14 days ago
  • Tsawwassen, BC
  • 14 days ago

With over 175 stores and nearly 22,000 team members, Save-On-Foods is Western Canadas largest grocery retail company. Committed to its core values of service, people, innovation, fun and...

General Help/Cashier, FT

  • Burnaby, BC
  • 14 days ago
  • Burnaby, BC
  • 14 days ago

Working Title: General Help/Cashier, FT Employment Status: Full-Time Starting Hourly Rate: $17.40 per hour Address: 5455 Rumble St Burnaby BC V5J 2B7 New Hire Schedule: Schedule will vary You...

Service Staff - Server Bartender

  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 16 days ago
  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 16 days ago

Our Team is filled with people who are passionate about providing an above and beyond experience for guests. The goal is to enhance and preserve the Canadian Brewhouses reputation with quality...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in British Columbia

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 British Columbia 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 British Columbia
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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