Wait Staff Jobs in Sioux City, IA

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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Servers

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 1 day ago

Servers Server Range: $7.25-$7.25 (Plus Tips) Red Robin isn't your typical burger restaurant. We're a team filled with unbridled energy, magnetic personalities, and a passion for having fun!...

Barista - Coffee Shop - PRN

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 1 day ago

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctors visit or a place to go when youre in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based...

Cashier

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Provide guests fast, friendly, and clean service Maintain inventory Operate cash registers Maintain the overall appearance and cleanliness of the restaurant Provide excellent guest service...

To-Go Specialist

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 10 days 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...

Cafe Associate

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 13 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 13 days ago

... Why do people love eating in our cafe at Sams 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 for preparing...

Team Member - Service Champion

  • Le Mars, IA (22 miles from Sioux City, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Le Mars, IA (22 miles from Sioux City, IA)
  • 14 days ago

Live MAS!... & Grow your Career at TACO BELL! "TOP FRANCHISE" 3 Years Running - Entrepreneur "100 Most Influential Companies" - Time Join one of the hottest global brands - with a top Franchisee -...

Team Member - Late Night Service Champion

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 14 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 14 days ago

Live MAS!... & Grow your Career at TACO BELL! "TOP FRANCHISE" 3 Years Running - Entrepreneur "100 Most Influential Companies" - Time Join one of the hottest global brands - with a top Franchisee -...

Juice Barista Part Time

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 14 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 14 days ago

Job Posting Overview Weekly Pay Flexible Schedule Fun Work Environment Career Advancement Opportunities Online and/or on-the-job training This part time associate produces, bottles/packages, and...

Cashier & Front End Services

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 15 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...

F&B Fuel American Grill Cashier Full--Time

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 15 days ago

JOB QUALIFICATIONS The skills and abilities necessary for effective performance within this position are typically acquired through one-year guest service experience....

Bus Person Main+Abbey Full-- Time

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 15 days ago

Clean and reset tables in accordance with established procedures and sanitation Monitor and ensure cleanliness of all place settings, tabletops, seats, and Perform guest service duties as assigned (...

Food Safety Team Member - General Labor (Night)

  • Dakota City, NE (6 miles from Sioux City, IA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Dakota City, NE (6 miles from Sioux City, IA)
  • 16 days ago

$21.54 per hour Hours: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM Department: Sanitation - Operations Job Status : Full Time FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt Reports To: Site Manager Work Schedule: Varies by Location...

Food Safety Team Member - General Labor Afternoon

  • Brunsville, IA (22 miles from Sioux City, IA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Brunsville, IA (22 miles from Sioux City, IA)
  • 16 days ago

$21.00 per hour Hours: 4:00 PM - 12:30 AM FOOD SAFETY TEAM MEMBER - GENERAL LABOR Join our Team! At PSSI, we see our essential team members as industrial heroes - united in the value of food...

Dining Room Server

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 17 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 17 days ago

Dial is the place to love the way you work. Our team members get the opportunity to serve and learn from some of the most knowledgeable seniors. Our residents will become your family as we seek to...

KFC Team Member

  • South Sioux City, NE (3 miles from Sioux City, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • South Sioux City, NE (3 miles from Sioux City, IA)
  • 18 days 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...

Demographic Data for Sioux City, IA

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Sioux City, IA

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 Sioux City, IA 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 Sioux City, IA
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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