Wait Staff Jobs in Missouri

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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barista - Store# 10563, HWY 141 & I-44

  • Valley Park, MO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Valley Park, MO
  • 90+ days ago

Join us and inspire with every cup! At Starbucks, its 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...

Restaurant Team Member - Cashier

  • Eureka, MO
  • 11 days ago
  • Eureka, MO
  • 11 days ago

PANERA CAFE RETAIL TEAM MEMBER: CASHIER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible...

Retail Team Member - Cashier

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 30+ days ago

PANERA CAFE RETAIL TEAM MEMBER: CASHIER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible...

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

  • Glencoe, MO
  • 15 days ago
  • Glencoe, MO
  • 15 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...

Food Service Cashier

  • Eureka, MO
  • 15 days ago
  • Eureka, MO
  • 15 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...

Server 4:30pm-7:30pm $13.75-$15 (Part-Time)

  • Nixa, MO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Nixa, MO
  • 4 hours ago

After spending 14 years in healthcare, I finally found my home with Arrow Senior Living. Its home-like environment is not just for the residents but for the team members as well. From day one you...

At Towne Park, its more than a job, you can make an impact. A career with us is rewarding in more ways than one. As a hospitality services company, our commitment is to create smiles by delivering...

Wendy's Cashier I - PT

  • Oak Grove, MO
  • 10 hours ago
  • Oak Grove, MO
  • 10 hours ago

Theres 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...

Carhop/ Skating Carhop (server)

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 13 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 13 hours ago

Position: Carhop Immediate Supervisor: Manager on Duty (MOD) Status: Nonexempt Position Summary: This position serves product to guests. Essential Job Duties: Ensure that product meets...

Server

  • Belton, MO
  • 13 hours ago
  • Belton, MO
  • 13 hours ago

In most jobs, everyone doesnt spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, thats just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase of...

Wendy's Cashier

  • Boonville, MO
  • 14 hours ago
  • Boonville, MO
  • 14 hours ago

Company Description Pay Rates Starting between: $13.75 - $17.35 / hour Are you passionate about team building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment...

Wendy's Team Member

  • Boonville, MO
  • 14 hours ago
  • Boonville, MO
  • 14 hours ago

Company Description Pay Rates Starting between: $13.75 - $17.35 / hour Are you passionate about team building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment...

Server - LandShark Restaurant

  • Osage Beach, MO
  • 18 hours ago
  • Osage Beach, MO
  • 18 hours ago

Server - LandShark Restaurant Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,825 current hospitality jobs what where Server -...

Server FT

  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 19 hours ago
  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 19 hours ago

Company: Arvum Senior Living Location: Lee'S Summit, MO Career Level: Hourly Industries: Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Biotech Description About Arvum Senior Living Arvum Senior Living, proudly part...

Cashier , Cook, Catering Specialist

  • Des Peres, MO
  • 19 hours ago
  • Des Peres, MO
  • 19 hours ago

un Cashier, Cook, Catering Specialist (Des Peres) Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe image 1 of 2 1187 Colonnade Center compensation: $14 - $22 base wage per hour depending on experience and position,...

Demographic Data for Missouri

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Missouri

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 Missouri 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
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Wait Staffs in Missouri
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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