Wait Staff Jobs in Carson City, NV

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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Cashier/Stocker

  • Carson City, NV
  • 11 days ago
  • Carson City, NV
  • 11 days ago

QUALITY AND DEDICATION BEGIN WITH OUR TEAM, SO JOIN CHEFSTORE TODAY! We Help You Make It! The pay for the position: $13.00 -$21.00 per hr. We offer competitive pay: $17.69/HR! Schedule: Part-Time...

Starbucks Barista

  • Kings Beach, CA (21 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Kings Beach, CA (21 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 11 hours 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...

Food Server - Saltgrass

  • Stateline, NV (18 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Stateline, NV (18 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 22 hours ago

This position must also exhibit a high level of professional and personalized guest service that embodies the Company’s brand standard and core values (K.E.E.P. – Kindness, Engagement, Empathy and Positivity...

To Go - Carson City Chili's

  • Carson City, NV
  • 1 day ago
  • Carson City, NV
  • 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,...

CASHIER and CAESARS REWARDS REP

  • Stateline, NV (18 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stateline, NV (18 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 1 day ago

Located along Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada, Harrahs and Harveys Lake Tahoe properties are the premier employer of choice. Here are just a few perks of working for Caesars Entertainment, the...

Team Member: Service Champion

  • Dayton, NV (12 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 5 days ago
  • Dayton, NV (12 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 5 days ago

The starting wage for this position is between $12.50-$14.50 per hour depending on experience and availability! DRG is looking for energetic, enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Team...

Food Runner - Carson City Chili's

  • Carson City, NV
  • 8 days ago
  • Carson City, NV
  • 8 days ago

Role Overview Our Food Runners create an exceptional experience for our Guests and their fellow Team Members by sharing their passion for beverages, food, and people. We hire primarily food...

Banquet Server Part Time Tahoe Blue Event Center

  • Stateline, NV (18 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 9 days ago
  • Stateline, NV (18 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 9 days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Food Server Variable Shift

  • Dayton, NV (12 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dayton, NV (12 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 10 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Gold Ranch Casino in Dayton is looking for a Food Server! Food Servers deliver food and beverage items to our Guests in a timely manner. Essential Duties and...

Banquet Server Part Time Tahoe Blue Event Center

  • Stateline, NV (18 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 10 days ago
  • Stateline, NV (18 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 10 days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

barista - Store# 06597, TAHOE & VILLAGE

  • Incline Village, NV (18 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 10 days ago
  • Incline Village, NV (18 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 10 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...

Barista FT & PT

  • Stateline, NV (18 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 10 days ago
  • Stateline, NV (18 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 10 days ago

This position must also exhibit a high level of professional and personalized guest service that embodies the Company’s brand standard and core values (K.E.E.P. – Kindness, Engagement, Empathy and Positivity...

Cashier & Front End Services

  • Carson City, NV
  • 12 days ago
  • Carson City, NV
  • 12 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...

Franchise Team Member store 1319

  • Carson City, NV
  • 12 days ago
  • Carson City, NV
  • 12 days ago

Franchise Location Click Apply Now to apply! FS - Team Member Other details Job Family TEAM MEMBER Job Function Restaurant Pay Type Hourly Apply Now 1319 - Carson City, NV, 3780 HWY 395, Carson...

Cutthroats - Food Runner - Year Round - Full-Time

  • Incline Village, NV (18 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 12 days ago
  • Incline Village, NV (18 miles from Carson City, NV)
  • 12 days ago

CUTTHROAT'S - FOOD RUNNER - YEAR ROUND - FULL-TIME Hyatt Regency Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino US - NV - Incline Village FOOD AND BEVERAGE Hourly/Entry Level Employee Full-time...

Demographic Data for Carson City, NV

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Carson City, NV

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


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