Wait Staff Jobs in Lavonia, GA

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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KFC Team Member

  • Toccoa, GA (14 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Toccoa, GA (14 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 1 day ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant that is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. This means your application will be reviewed by the franchisee who will make any hiring...

Cashier - Customer Service

  • Seneca, SC (23 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seneca, SC (23 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 2 days ago

As the team at Zaxby's expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxby's is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and enjoy great food. To...

Cashier - Restaurant Team Member

  • Seneca, SC (23 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seneca, SC (23 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 2 days ago

As the team at Zaxby's expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxby's is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and enjoy great food. To...

Cook - Team Member

  • Seneca, SC (23 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seneca, SC (23 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Any additional training required by Zax LLC Provide friendly, enthusiastic service for all guests Maintain awareness of current promotions Enthusiastically represent the Zaxby's brand Assist with guest...

Overnight Team Member

  • Hartwell, GA (11 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hartwell, GA (11 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Taco Bell joined Flynn Group in 2013 with the acquisition of 76 restaurants. Since then, we have more than tripled in size to become the 3rd largest Taco Bell franchisee in the world and growing....

To-Go Specialist

  • Lavonia, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Lavonia, GA
  • 6 days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like Care beyond the table - At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. It's an...

Store Cashier I

  • Carnesville, GA (13 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Carnesville, GA (13 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 10 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

Cashier & Front End Services

  • Clemson, SC (22 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Clemson, SC (22 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 12 days ago

What you'll do at You play a major role in how our customers feel when they leave the store. You might be the first, last, and sometimes only associate a customer interacts with. That's why it's...

Team Member

  • Seneca, SC (23 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Seneca, SC (23 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 14 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS May perform any or all of the following duties: Follows all Company Guest service guidelines and procedures; takes the appropriate action to ensure all Guests receive "SUPERSTAR...

Team Member

  • Toccoa, GA (14 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Toccoa, GA (14 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 14 days ago

"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 employer. Franchisees are independent business...

Team Member

  • Lavonia, GA
  • 16 days ago
  • Lavonia, GA
  • 16 days ago

COMPANY OVERVIEW: Based in Northern Indiana, AES Restaurant Group, LLC is a proud franchisee of Arby's operating restaurants across 188 locations in 16 states. We're guided by our values: The...

KFC Cashier I - PT

  • Fair Play, SC (8 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Fair Play, SC (8 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 16 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

KFC Cashier I

  • Fair Play, SC (8 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Fair Play, SC (8 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 16 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

Flexible Hrs, Team Member

  • Toccoa, GA (14 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Toccoa, GA (14 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 17 days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald's USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonald's logos and food products,...

Restaurant Server

  • Hartwell, GA (11 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Hartwell, GA (11 miles from Lavonia, GA)
  • 18 days ago

HUDDLE HOUSE is a unique member of the communities it serves. The bonds created between our team members and our customers are unlike those seen in most other chain restaurants. Our Company...

Demographic Data for Lavonia, GA

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Lavonia, GA

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 Lavonia, GA offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.7%
Bachelor's Degree
20.8%
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 Lavonia, GA
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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