Wait Staff Jobs in Marion, 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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Food Safety Team Member - General Labor (Night)

  • Marion, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Marion, OH
  • 1 day ago

$23.75 per hour Hours: Friday - 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM Saturday - 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM Sunday - 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM Department: Sanitation - Operations Job Status : Full Time FLSA Status: Hourly...

Arby's Team Member

  • Marengo, OH (22 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marengo, OH (22 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 1 day ago

service Qualifications Required Qualifications Incredible guest service skills and ability to maintain a guest focused culture Ability to complete accurate sales transactions Ability to cleanly and...

Arby's Cashier

  • Marengo, OH (22 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marengo, OH (22 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications Required Qualifications Incredible guest service skills and ability to maintain a guest focused culture Ability to complete accurate sales transactions Ability to cleanly and safely...

Culinary Server

  • Delaware, OH (20 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Delaware, OH (20 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 2 days ago

$12 hourly You know that people and food are a happy combination. Youre a highly dependable person who would love to share your good spirits and our great food with residents and patients. You...

Morning/ Day Shift Team Member

  • Delaware, OH (20 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Delaware, OH (20 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Panera Bread is now hiring Restaurant Team Members available to work Mornings and Days! At Panera, you will become part of a team where you will have the opportunity to connect with our amazing...

Nights and Weekends Team Member

  • Delaware, OH (20 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Delaware, OH (20 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Panera Bread is now hiring Restaurant Team Members available to work Evenings and Weekends! At Panera, you will become part of a team where you will have the opportunity to connect with our...

Food Servers

  • Waldo, OH (10 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Waldo, OH (10 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 7 days ago

The G & R Tavern in Waldo is hiring Servers! Must be 18 years of age or over, willing to learn, and able to speak with customers. You will be taking orders, serving and suggesting food, bussing...

Cashier

  • Bucyrus, OH (17 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bucyrus, OH (17 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 10 days ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Demonstrate the company's core...

Team Member (4054)

  • Marion, OH
  • 11 days ago
  • Marion, OH
  • 11 days ago

Team Members will passionately serve our Guests, by providing excellent Guest service and fast, BOLD food!...

Cashier Part Time

  • Marion, OH
  • 13 days ago
  • Marion, OH
  • 13 days ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Lowe's cashier, you'll ensure every customer exits Lowe's on a high note. Your work helps our stores positively serve our customers and communities by providing a quick,...

KFC Team Member

  • Delaware, OH (20 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 17 days ago
  • Delaware, OH (20 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 17 days ago

Are you ready to take your career to the next level while savoring the delicious taste of success? Look no further than KBP Foods, where we're searching for energetic and passionate individuals to...

Cashier - Pizza Maker Part-time (02188)

  • Mount Gilead, OH (19 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 21 days ago
  • Mount Gilead, OH (19 miles from Marion, OH)
  • 21 days ago

Company Description Welcome to Mile High Pizza Company doing business as Domino's! Locally owned and operating in Cleveland, Akron, Mansfield, and Columbus, OH. Since the start of 2020, we have...

Coffee Shop Barista

  • Marion, OH
  • 22 days ago
  • Marion, OH
  • 22 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Night & Weekend Shifts Required At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a...

Cashier- Full Time - Marion - Richmond Ave

  • Marion, OH
  • 22 days ago
  • Marion, OH
  • 22 days ago

Cashier- Full Time - Marion - Richmond Ave Major duties: Check out customers promptly, courteously, efficiently, and accurately Knowledge of equipment Keep work area clean and stocked at all times...

Cashier- Part Time - Marion - Richmond Ave

  • Marion, OH
  • 22 days ago
  • Marion, OH
  • 22 days ago

Cashier- Part Time - Marion - Richmond Ave Major duties: Check out customers promptly, courteously, efficiently, and accurately Knowledge of equipment Keep work area clean and stocked at all times...

Demographic Data for Marion, OH

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Marion, 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 Marion, 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 Marion, OH
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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