Wait Staff Jobs in New Mexico

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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Dinner Food Runner

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 4 hours ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 4 hours ago

The Compound Restaurant is hiring Food Runners!!!! We are a high-volume, fine-dining restaurant in the heart of the city with immediate openings for food runners who can work Monday through...

Server- 192 at The Blake

  • Taos Ski Valley, NM
  • 10 hours ago
  • Taos Ski Valley, NM
  • 10 hours ago

Accurately deliver any room service orders to designated rooms. Perform additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by management at any time....

Cafe 108 SB Cashier-FP (Part Time)

  • Casa Blanca, NM
  • 10 hours ago
  • Casa Blanca, NM
  • 10 hours ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Cashier/Food Prep Department: Café 108 Employment Classification: Non-Exempt Position Summary/General Description: A Cashier/Food Prep greets customers, takes...

Part Time - Head Cashier - Flexible

  • Hobbs, NM
  • 11 hours ago
  • Hobbs, NM
  • 11 hours ago

Essential Functions: NOTE: Minors in this role may not be responsible for some of the activities listed below Assisted Self Check Out Demonstrates ability to monitor and identify customers who...

Cashier

  • Carlsbad, NM
  • 14 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, NM
  • 14 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...

EDR Cashier

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 14 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 14 hours ago

Position Summary Under general supervision, performs activities in support of their assigned venue. This position creates the Sandia Resort & Casino experience for our customers by providing...

Restaurant Server for Dinner Shift

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 20 hours ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 20 hours ago

un Restaurant Server for Dinner Shift (Santa Fe) Tulsi - Asian Cuisine Local Influence 839 Paseo De Peralta near H & J compensation: Better than market rate employment type: experience level: mid...

Cashier

  • Santa Ana Pueblo, NM
  • 23 hours ago
  • Santa Ana Pueblo, NM
  • 23 hours ago

Job Summary: The Cashier is responsible for greeting the guest and the processing of the transactions involving the cash, charge, and rewards transactions of a fast-paced Food and Beverage venue....

Experienced Server at La Mama

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a stellar individual to join our strong and thriving team as we ramp up for Spring/Summer. You are: An experienced server, a competent, outgoing and warm person who loves...

Coffee Barista/retail and food service

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago

Ohori's Coffee Roasters seeks talented people for professional Barista and customer-service retail counter positions. We value employees who enjoy the craft of creating coffee and tea and bring...

Barista/Coffee Shop

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago

Established, busy downtown coffee shop barista position available. 25-30 hours/week, great work environment and compensation. Ideal applicant would be honest, reliable, have a strong work ethic,...

Restaurant Server for Dinner Shift

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago

Busy and Popular Asian Cuisine Restaurant with Beer and Wine License, is hiring Servers for Afternoon and Dinner shifts, Monday to Saturday. Stop by for an Interview in person.

Fine Dining Server

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago

Market Steer Steakhouse, Santa Fe's Premier Steakhouse is looking for Servers to join our team!! We pride ourselves in running a restaurant built on respect for our staff, passion for hospitality,...

Now Hiring: Server, Food runner, Host and Baker

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago

Vics Daily Cafe is gearing up for patio season, and were looking for energetic, reliable, and experienced team members to join our busy breakfast and lunch restaurant! Open Positions: Baker...

Cashier-Food Prep

  • NM
  • 1 day ago
  • NM
  • 1 day ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Cashier/Food Prep Department: All Venues Employment Classification: Non-Exempt Position Summary/General Description: A Cashier/Food Prep greets customers, takes...

Demographic Data for New Mexico

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in New Mexico

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 New Mexico 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 New Mexico
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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