Wait Staff Jobs in Woodbridge, NJ

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 / Cashier - Hiring Immediately

  • Atlantic Highlands, NJ (17 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Atlantic Highlands, NJ (17 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 18 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 / Cashier Flexible Hours

  • Freehold, NJ (22 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (22 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 18 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 - Store# 69054, Pier Village

  • Long Branch, NJ (23 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ (23 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 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 Server

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Be familiar with the organization of the Restaurant(s), lounges, and Room Service and know the function of each job position....

Server

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

$13.75 / Hour plus tips. Opportunities for growth At SSP America, our Servers engage with our guests and deliver our delicious food and beverages. Our Servers are experts at several things...

Pizza Makers Deli Sub Maker Wait staff

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Pizza Makers ~ Deli ~ Sub Maker ~ Wait staff (Mayfield) Sunset Bay Cafe 353 Paradise Point Rod compensation: $15 ~ $18 Plus tips experienced pays more employment type: experience level: mid level job...

Busser - Clark Chilis

  • Clark, NJ (4 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Clark, NJ (4 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Role Overview Our Busser Team Members are responsible for efficiently maintaining a clean and sanitary dining room for our guests. They provide the dependable and fast service that Chili's is...

Hiring Waitress with Spark Trendy Restaurant, Flexible Hours!

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Hiring Waitress with Spark - Trendy Restaurant, Flexible Hours! 4001 East tremont compensation: In person employment type: job title: Waitress Looking for a job that's as fun as it is fast-paced?...

Seasonal Barista

  • Asbury Park, NJ (24 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Asbury Park, NJ (24 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Why us? Why Us? At Sage Hospitality Group, we look for innovative leaders, with an eye for disruption. Never looking for someone just looking for a job, we are looking for the power players, the...

Server (Part-Time)

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Momofuku Momofuku was founded by chef David Chang in 2004 with the opening of Momofuku Noodle Bar in New York City. Credited with "the rise of contemporary Asian-American cuisine" by the New York...

Cashier's Assistant (Front End Service & Bagger) - Part Time

  • West Orange, NJ (16 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • West Orange, NJ (16 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Assists customers and cashiers during the checkout process. Bags groceries, retrieves carts, and may act in the capacity of a Cashier and its functions. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require...

Sanitation Team Member (Cleaner, Housekeeping, Custodial) - Part Time

  • West Orange, NJ (16 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • West Orange, NJ (16 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Performs all duties to maintaining general cleanliness and safety on the floor, in seating areas, restrooms, and back offices. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive...

Experienced Barista/Counter Person

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Upscale Cafe/Restaurant located on the Upper East Side, seeking Experienced and Reliable BARISTA-COUNTER PERSON PART TIME AVAILABLE!!! This is a busy, fast paced environment, and candidates must...

Seeking Professional Server - Japanese Restaurant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

"The Gallery by odo" is looking for experienced SERVER. www.odogallery.nyc Requirements : - Able to work 3 days a week (between Tuesday to Sunday) - Able to work for the dinner service. You : -...

Now Hiring: Busser, Food Runner & Hostess at River Dock Cafe

  • Staten Island, NY (11 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Staten Island, NY (11 miles from Woodbridge, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Join the vibrant team at River Dock Cafe, located inside the Staten Island Ferry Terminal! We're looking for motivated, friendly, and dependable individuals to fill key front-of-house roles. If...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Woodbridge, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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