Wait Staff Jobs in Cocoa Beach, FL

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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Banquet Houseperson

  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 23 hours ago

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Barista

  • Cocoa Beach, FL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Cocoa Beach, FL
  • 23 hours ago

Why you will enjoy this job As a Barista, you are the foundation of the coffee shop. You will be responsible for every customer by providing excellent customer service. Must educate customers...

Bistro Team Member

  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Additional Information Will be trained for both shifts, Day Shift starts 5:30AM and Evening Shift starts 4:30pm, Pay: $15.60/hour plus tips Job Number 24213219 Job Category Food and Beverage &...

Cashier (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time and part time CASHIER positions. Location: Health First Viera - 8745 North Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32940. Note: online applications...

Banquet Captain Hilton Melbourne Melbourne, FL

  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

What You’ll Do: The banquet is a complex function requiring someone to coordinate and supervise multiple teams of associates in order for the event to be a success. As the Banquet Captain, you...

PT Coffee Shop Barista Hilton Melbourne Melbourne, Florida

  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Summary of Essential Job Functions · Welcomes and connects with every customer to provide excellent customer service. · Discover customer needs and appropriately suggests product with every...

Banquet Houseperson

  • Indialantic, FL (15 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Indialantic, FL (15 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Job Duties: Keeping storage rooms maintained and organized. Maintaining back hall: breakdown dirty dishes and bring to dish room. Pickup linen and put away. Set up all meeting rooms to the...

Prepared Food Team Member

  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes, and organization? Our prepared meal and rotisserie chicken associates prepare fresh food items daily for our members through...

Team Member: Late Night

  • Cocoa Beach, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Cocoa Beach, FL
  • 2 days ago

Must be 18 or older for consideration. " 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 your only...

Cashier (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Melbourne, FL (8 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (8 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time CASHIER positions. Location : Health First Viera - 8745 North Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32940. Note: online applications accepted only....

Restaurant Server

  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago

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Busser

  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about...

Food Runner/Busperson

  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (17 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Amazing benefits! Hotel Discounts Medical Dental Vision JOB SUMMARY To clear and reset tables and assist the food servers in their duties while providing courteous, professional, and efficient...

barista - Store# 61130, VIERA BLVD & STADIUM PKWY

  • Rockledge, FL (9 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockledge, FL (9 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 5 days 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...

Cashier

  • Satellite Beach, FL (10 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Satellite Beach, FL (10 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL)
  • 5 days ago

REPORTS TO: General Manager/Assistant Manager/Shift Leader The cashier position is critical to the daily success of the restaurant. It's a guest facing job; often the first touch point with the...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Cocoa Beach, FL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Cocoa Beach, FL 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
3.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

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


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