Wait Staff Jobs in Foristell, MO

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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Food & Beverage Team Member - $15/HR Must be 15+ Years or Older

  • Union, MO (24 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 18 days ago
  • Union, MO (24 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 18 days ago

Details of Job: Serving food and drinks to guests, running a register, cooking and preparing food, and maintaining a clean work environment. Join the Food and Beverage team! Become a Six Flags...

KFC Team Member

  • Wentzville, MO (4 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Wentzville, MO (4 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 1 hour 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...

To Go - Mid Rivers Mall Chilis

  • O Fallon, MO (13 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 10 hours ago
  • O Fallon, MO (13 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 10 hours ago

Role Overview Our To-Go Specialists are responsible for providing fast service and great hospitality for our To-Go Guests. If you take pride in great team work and love making people feel special,...

Server

  • Chesterfield, MO (17 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chesterfield, MO (17 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 13 hours ago

Job Responsibilities Greet and welcome guests to the bays, providing information about Topgolf offerings. Take and deliver food and beverage orders to guests in a timely and accurate manner....

Busser / Caddie HIRING EVENT APRIL 28 at 5 PM

  • Chesterfield, MO (17 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chesterfield, MO (17 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 13 hours ago

Job Responsibilities Clear and reset tables efficiently to provide a clean dining & gaming environment for guests. Assist Bay hosts and Bartenders in delivering food and beverages to guests. Keep...

FT Cashier

  • Ballwin, MO (23 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ballwin, MO (23 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 1 day ago

If youre someone who has a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives, join us as we work to be a trusted resource in our communities, offering real people, real food at real...

Server

  • O Fallon, MO (13 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • O Fallon, MO (13 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Our franchise organization, Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The main responsibility of the Server is "Making Pleasurable Dining Affordable."...

To Go - Mid Rivers Mall Chili's

  • Saint Peters, MO (21 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Peters, MO (21 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Our To-Go Specialists are responsible for providing fast service and great hospitality for our To-Go Guests. If you take pride in great team work and love making people feel special,...

Team Member

  • Union, MO (24 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Union, MO (24 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 2 days ago

We pay more than any other Quick Service Restaurant!!!!Apply today, Interview today,top Pay,flexible schedules and great work environment! STARTING AT $15.00 AN HOUR AND UP!! WORK HERE AND EAT FOR...

Server (Part time)

  • Weldon Spring, MO (15 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Weldon Spring, MO (15 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 2 days ago

At New Perspective, we value a socially interactive and healthy dining experience and it starts with the quality of service provided by the server. Your primary responsibility is to use your...

Restaurant Team Member

  • Saint Peters, MO (21 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Peters, MO (21 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 2 days ago

Do you want to have fun, make new friends and earn extra cash? If so, Papa Johns is the right fit for you! As a Restaurant Team Member, you will be the face for our customers ensuring they receive...

Server

  • Saint Peters, MO (21 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Peters, MO (21 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 3 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...

Dining Room Server - Starting at $15.00/HR

  • O Fallon, MO (10 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • O Fallon, MO (10 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 3 days ago

apartments upon request Sets tables with napkins and tableware Refills condiments and salt and pepper shakers Sets up and keeps salad and dessert counter supplied Cleans dining room tables and chairs and vacuums...

Lead Guest Services Team Member

  • Pacific, MO (21 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pacific, MO (21 miles from Foristell, MO)
  • 5 days ago

Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian...

Taco Bell Cashier I

  • Foristell, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Foristell, MO
  • 5 days ago

There's 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...

Demographic Data for Foristell, MO

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Foristell, MO

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 Foristell, MO 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 Foristell, MO
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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