Wait Staff Jobs in Canal Winchester, OH

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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Retail Cashier Part Time

  • Obetz, OH (9 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Obetz, OH (9 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

Req ID: 456460 Address: 6023 Alum Creek Drive Obetz, OH, 43137 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Store Team Member

  • Hilliard, OH (23 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hilliard, OH (23 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary A GetGo Retail Team Member application is for a variety of positions that GetGo frequently hires. By submitting this application, you are expressing interest in this location, and will...

Sbarro - Team Member

  • New Albany, OH (17 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Albany, OH (17 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a high energy, outgoing person who loves to help others and work as part of a team? Are you interested in starting a career in food service? Do you thrive in fast paced environments? Then...

Subway - Team Member

  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a high energy, outgoing person who loves to help others and work as part of a team? Are you interested in starting a career in food service? Do you thrive in fast paced environments? Then...

KFC Team Member

  • Whitehall, OH (10 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Whitehall, OH (10 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago

At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals matter, and when we serve them with southern hospitality, we make our customer's day. So our jobs...

barista - Store# 02781, GAHANNA STARBUCKS HAMILTON ROAD

  • Gahanna, OH (14 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gahanna, OH (14 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago

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

Server

  • Westerville, OH (19 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westerville, OH (19 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Ted's Montana Grill isn't your ordinary restaurant, so we aren't looking for ordinary people. While we're Premium, Polished and Professional, we're also Cool (known as 3 PC). We live by The Big...

PM Team Member

  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Greet Guests, take food/beverage orders, expediting orders, assist with dining room service. Properly operate POS system for taking all types of Guest orders....

Catering Attendant (Part Time)

  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Flik Hospitality Group We are hiring immediately for a part time CATERING ATTENDANT position. Location: CAS - Elements Cafe - 2540 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH 43202. Note: online...

Barista/Market Attendant, The Market (Part-Time) - Hilton Columbus Downtown

  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 1 day ago

As a Market Attendant, you would be responsible for greeting and serving guests beverages and/or food in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability...

Catering Attendant (Part Time)

  • Columbus, OH (17 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH (17 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time CATERING ATTENDANT position. Location : CAS - Elements Cafe - 2540 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH 43202. Note: online applications accepted only....

Server

  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Compensation Range $5.35 - $10.70 / Hour (This Position Earns Tips) Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life...

Commissary Food Prep Team Member

  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Position Specific details: Licking Co. Location, Monday-Friday, First shift. Summary The commissary worker is responsible for the preparation and production of Duchess proprietary food items, to...

Loge/Ledge Server

  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: Loge & Ledge Server at Lower.com Field. Home of the 3 time MLS Champion, Columbus Crew! Pay Range: $11.00 to $13.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via...

Food & Beverage Runner

  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH (21 miles from Canal Winchester, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: Food & Beverage Runner at Lower.com Field. Home of the three time MLS champion, Columbus Crew! Pay Range: $16.00 to $17.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this...

Demographic Data for Canal Winchester, OH

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Canal Winchester, OH

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 Canal Winchester, OH 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 Canal Winchester, OH
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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