Wait Staff Jobs in Mishawaka, IN

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

  • South Bend, IN (6 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 7 hours ago
  • South Bend, IN (6 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 7 hours ago

Are you ready to take your career to the next level while savoring the delicious taste of success? Look no further than KBP Foods, where we're searching for energetic and passionate individuals to...

Sanitation Team Member (Cleaner, Housekeeping, Custodial) - Part Time

  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 18 hours ago
  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 18 hours ago

Performs all duties to maintaining general cleanliness and safety on the floor, in seating areas, restrooms, and back offices. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive...

Busser

  • South Bend, IN (6 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Bend, IN (6 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Busser full-time or part-timeFront of House BRU Burger South Bend, South Bend, IN, US 22 days agoRequisition ID: 6564 Since 1997, Mike Cunningham, owner of Cunningham Restaurant Group (CRG), has...

Server

  • South Bend, IN (6 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Bend, IN (6 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Server full-time or part-timeFront of House BRU Burger South Bend, South Bend, IN, US 22 days agoRequisition ID: 6560 Since 1997, Mike Cunningham, owner of Cunningham Restaurant Group (CRG), has...

Server

  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 1 day ago

Server Know what it's like to be in the stadium on game day? Then you know what it's like to work at Buffalo Wild Wings. It's fun. It's fast-paced. We're at the top of our game - and we want to...

Cafe Associate

  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary... Why do people love eating in our cafe at Sam's Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help cafe associates. Do you have a passion...

Breakfast Attendant

  • South Bend, IN (6 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • South Bend, IN (6 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Clean and polish counters, shelves, walls, furniture, or equipment in pantry or breakfast area and mop or vacuum floors....

Starbucks Barista

  • Granger, IN (7 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Granger, IN (7 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 3 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Banquet Captain

  • South Bend, IN (6 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • South Bend, IN (6 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 7 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Training of all Food & Beverages Servers, Cashiers and Bartenders. Fulfilling the service per each Banquet Event Orders (BEO). Other duties as assigned....

Team Member

  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 8 days ago

Do you want to be a part of a dynamic and growing industry with over 200,000 restaurants in the U.S.? Yum Brands, a leader in the industry, owns nearly 60,000 restaurants globally, including over...

Barista, Cafe J / Ivan's Cafe (On-Call/Temporary)

  • Notre Dame, IN (8 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Notre Dame, IN (8 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Barista, Cafe J / Ivan's Cafe (On-Call/Temporary) Job Description: The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety ( UOES ) division is currently hiring for the position of On-Call...

Food Service Cashier

  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 9 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Food Service/Cashier Date Posted: 4/8/2025 Location: Discovery Middle School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Cashier at Penn High School Minimum Qualifications: Cash...

Restaurant Server

  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 9 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 9 days ago

Text "Pasta" to 30437 to apply now! By texting Pasta to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Carabba's Italian Grill. Text HELP for help or .......

Part Time Barista

  • Plymouth, IN (20 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Plymouth, IN (20 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 11 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Busser - Goshen Chili's

  • Goshen, IN (15 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Goshen, IN (15 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 11 days 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...

Demographic Data for Mishawaka, IN

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Mishawaka, IN

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 Mishawaka, IN 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 Mishawaka, IN
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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