Wait Staff Jobs in Gardiner, ME

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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Server

  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 16 hours ago

Being a server at Pizza Hut is about making hungry people happy - with tips! It's about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra cash. As a Pizza Hut server, you're...

Production Team Member

  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 16 hours ago

Working at Pizza Hut is about making hungry people happy. It's about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra cash. As a Pizza Hut team member, you can be the smiling...

Table Server/Host/Hostess

  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Looking for a stable career with lots of benefits? Or looking for a part time job with good pay! Job Benefits include: Earned Paid Leave Flexible schedule 50% Food discounts Paid...

Weekend Breakfast Attendant - Hampton Inn Lewiston-Auburn

  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 3 days ago

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barista - Store# 09709, AUBURN

  • Auburn, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 4 days ago
  • Auburn, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 4 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...

PT Sales Associate Cashier

  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 4 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 420861 Address: USA-ME-Lewiston-692 Sabattus Street Store Code: Store 08265 Front End (5151689) Hannaford Supermarkets started out as...

Starbucks Barista

  • Auburn, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 9 days ago
  • Auburn, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 9 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Barista, you will be provided with the skills and products to make the customer's day memorable - and that's no tall order. Favorite beverages, new and exciting pastry and...

Environmental Services Team Member

  • Brunswick, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 11 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 11 days ago

Summary: The Environmental Services Team Member role performs a variety of cleaning tasks to maintain patient rooms, offices, hallways, and other assigned areas to ensure standards of cleanliness...

Cashier / Service

  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 14 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 14 days ago

The Cashier / Service is the key to ensuring guest satisfaction. This is a very important position for a friendly, helpful individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. Why should you...

Restaurant worker/ cook/line cook

  • Bristol, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 14 days ago
  • Bristol, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 14 days ago

Seagull restaurant and gifts Restaurant worker/ cook/line cook in New Harbor , Maine This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Ensure ingredients and final products are fresh...

Customer Service and Cashier

  • Topsham, ME (17 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 15 days ago
  • Topsham, ME (17 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 15 days ago

at Gibbs Oil Company LP in Topsham, Maine, United States Job Description Gibbs Oil has openings at our Mobil station in Topsham, ME. The basic duties for this position include, but are not limited...

Cashier & Front End Services

  • Brunswick, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 15 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 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...

Pool Server Attendant

  • Gardiner, ME
  • 15 days ago
  • Gardiner, ME
  • 15 days ago

Company Description Blanketed with meadows of native flowers and wild woodlands, Wildflower Farms sways in rhythm with the seasons and the simple pleasures of life lived Upstate. Ensconced by...

KFC Team Member

  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 17 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 17 days 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...

barista - Store# 25782, AUGUSTA JOURNAL SQUARE

  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 22 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 22 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...

Demographic Data for Gardiner, ME

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Gardiner, ME

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 Gardiner, ME 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 Gardiner, ME
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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