Wait Staff Jobs in Vicksburg, MS

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

  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 2 hours ago
  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 2 hours ago

At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals matter, and when we serve them with southern hospitality, we make our customer's day. So our jobs...

Crew Team Member

  • Tallulah, LA (20 miles from Vicksburg, MS)
  • 11 days ago
  • Tallulah, LA (20 miles from Vicksburg, MS)
  • 11 days ago

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

Beverage Server - Casino Bar 1

  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 18 days ago
  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 18 days ago

Responsibilities: Provides superior levels of guest service to both internal and external guests. Takes beverage orders from guests and relays orders to bartender....

Retail Customer Service Cashier

  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 19 days ago
  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 19 days ago

Req ID: 452676 Address: 700 Ceres Blvd Vicksburg, MS, 39183 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Busser

  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 22 days ago
  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 22 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...

Subway Team Member

  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 23 days ago
  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 23 days ago

Flexible Availability The position includes, but is not limited to, the following essential job duties, responsibilities, and requirements: RESTAURANT TEAM MEMBER EXPECTATIONS : Provides excellent guest...

Smiley's Cashier

  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 23 days ago
  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 23 days ago

Position Summary This position is responsible for taking orders and payments from guests upon entering the restaurant. Welcome guests, seat them at tables and help ensure quality of service....

Cashier

  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 24 days ago
  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 24 days ago

Cashier at Kroger Cashier at Kroger in VICKSBURG, Mississippi Posted in General Business 1 day ago. Type: Part-Time Job Description: Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional...

Retail Cashier Part Time

  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 26 days ago
  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 26 days ago

Req ID: 456037 Address: 700 Ceres Blvd Vicksburg, MS, 39183 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Restaurant Team Member

  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 28 days ago
  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 28 days ago

Req ID: 453145 Address: 700 Ceres Blvd Vicksburg, MS, 39183 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Restaurant Team Member Part Time

  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Req ID: 456321 Address: 700 Ceres Blvd Vicksburg, MS, 39183 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Tallulah, LA (20 miles from Vicksburg, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tallulah, LA (20 miles from Vicksburg, MS)
  • 45+ days ago

Req ID: 456196 Address: 227 Hwy 65 S. Tallulah, LA, 71282 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Restaurant Team Member

  • Tallulah, LA (20 miles from Vicksburg, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tallulah, LA (20 miles from Vicksburg, MS)
  • 45+ days ago

Req ID: 453140 Address: 227 Hwy 65 S. Tallulah, LA, 71282 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Food Safety Team Member - General Labor (Night)

  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 60+ days ago

$13.57 per hour Hours: 12:30 AM - 7:00 AM Department: Sanitation - Operations Job Status : Full Time FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt Reports To: Site Manager Work Schedule: Varies by Location...

Restaurant Team Member, Overnight Shift - Unit 879

  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Vicksburg, MS
  • 60+ days ago

Welcome to Whataburger Careers Ready to work somewhere sizzlin'? Our Restaurant Team Members are the secret ingredient who make everything come together. Every shift is a new adventure filled with...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Vicksburg, MS

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Vicksburg, MS 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 Vicksburg, MS
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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