Wait Staff Jobs in Orlando, 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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Restaurant Server AM at $14.25

  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Restaurant Server AM at $14.25 Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,772 current hospitality jobs what where Restaurant...

To Go - Kissimmee Chilis

  • Kissimmee, FL (16 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Kissimmee, FL (16 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 4 hours ago

Role Overview Our To-Go Specialists are responsible for providing fast service and great hospitality for our To-Go Guests. If you take pride in great team work and love making people feel special,...

Food Runner - West Colonial Chilis

  • Orlando, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 4 hours ago

Role Overview Our Food Runners create an exceptional experience for our Guests and their fellow Team Members by sharing their passion for beverages, food, and people. We hire primarily food...

Food Runner - Kissimmee Chilis

  • Kissimmee, FL (16 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Kissimmee, FL (16 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 4 hours ago

Role Overview Our Food Runners create an exceptional experience for our Guests and their fellow Team Members by sharing their passion for beverages, food, and people. We hire primarily food...

Busser - Kissimmee Chilis

  • Kissimmee, FL (16 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Kissimmee, FL (16 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 4 hours ago

Role Overview Our Busser Team Members are responsible for efficiently maintaining a clean and sanitary dining room for our guests. They provide the dependable and fast service that Chili's is...

To Go Specialist

  • Kissimmee, FL (16 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Kissimmee, FL (16 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 8 hours ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - plus tips. Our To Go Specialists are food experts who love to recommend their favs to guests who want to eat at home, work or anywhere......

Cashier

  • Oviedo, FL (13 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Oviedo, FL (13 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 8 hours ago

Job Introduction Do you enjoy meeting and talking to new people? Does being the face of a company excite you? Do you have a passion for delivering an extraordinary customer service experience...

Restaurant Busser

  • Clermont, FL (22 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Clermont, FL (22 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 9 hours ago

Text "HIREME" to 30437 to apply now! By texting HIREME to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Outback Steakhouse. Text HELP for help or .... Msg&data...

Busser, Enzos Hideaway and Tunnel Bar

  • Lake Buena Vista, FL (15 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Lake Buena Vista, FL (15 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 9 hours ago

The opportunity Delaware North's Patina Restaurant Group is hiring a part-time Busser to join our team at Enzos Hideaway and Tunnel Bar in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. As a Busser, you will...

Cashier

  • Orlando, FL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 13 hours ago

Collaborate with dining room, service, and kitchen team members to keep track of all orders, monetary situations, and charges, validating methods of payment, completing transactions, and providing accurate...

Cocktail Server (Part-Time), Apero - Conrad Orlando

  • Orlando, FL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 20 hours ago

As one of the most celebrated openings of 2024, be part of the legacy as a Cocktail Server! Join us in creating a legacy within a brand where you can stay inspired with a team that will become...

Banquet Captain

  • Lake Buena Vista, FL (15 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Lake Buena Vista, FL (15 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 20 hours ago

Job Number 24219928 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Walt Disney World Dolphin, 1500 Epcot Resort Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States VIEW ON MAP Schedule...

Busser

  • Orlando, FL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 20 hours ago

Additional Information Part-Time, Pay: $14/hour, Siro Job Number 24215304 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Orlando World Center Marriott, 8701 World Center Drive, Orlando,...

Food Runner Fine Dining

  • Kissimmee, FL (16 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Kissimmee, FL (16 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 20 hours ago

Additional Information Part Time, Old Hickory Steakhouse, Pay: $14.00/hour Job Number 24217956 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center, 6000 W....

Server-High Velocity

  • Orlando, FL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 20 hours ago

Record transaction in MICROS system at time of order. Check in with guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and/or beverages....

Demographic Data for Orlando, FL

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Orlando, FL

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 Orlando, 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 Orlando, FL
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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