Wait Staff Jobs in Zanesville, 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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Restaurant Team Member

  • Cambridge, OH (22 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cambridge, OH (22 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 17 hours ago

This location requires you to be at least 18 years old Summary Perform assigned workstation duties to ensure quality products and service are delivered to our customers meeting Papa Johns...

Cashier - Nights/Weekends

  • Heath, OH (18 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Heath, OH (18 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Starting hiring pay at: $15 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Cane's will wear many hats (including a Raising Cane's hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant...

Pizza Maker/Cashier

  • Newark, OH (23 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, OH (23 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Are you looking for a fun and upbeat work environment where you can be a part of a great team and culture? Our Pizza Makers create our delicious hand tossed pizzas using the freshest ingredients....

Team Member

  • Zanesville, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Zanesville, OH
  • 4 days ago

Panera Bread is now hiring Restaurant Team Members! At Panera, you will become part of a team where you will have the opportunity to connect with our amazing guests, impact the bakery-cafe's...

Full Time - Cashier - Closing

  • Heath, OH (18 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Heath, OH (18 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 4 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,...

Juice Barista Part Time

  • Zanesville, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Zanesville, OH
  • 6 days ago

Job Posting Overview Weekly Pay Flexible Schedule Fun Work Environment Career Advancement Opportunities Online and/or on-the-job training This part time associate produces, bottles/packages, and...

KFC Team Member - GET PAID DAILY

  • Cambridge, OH (22 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 9 days ago
  • Cambridge, OH (22 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 9 days ago

GET PAID DAILY! When you join the KFC Brand, you join our Family! Our KFC Family takes pride in our high quality standards, southern-inspired hospitality and serving guests our world-famous...

Cook/Cashier at PJH - 183 days/7.0 hours per day

  • Philo, OH (9 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 9 days ago
  • Philo, OH (9 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 9 days ago

Prepares meals for students with dietary restrictions as directed. Carefully uses products and supplies to control costs and reduce waste....

Cook/Cashier at PHS - 183 days/3.0 hours per day

  • Duncan Falls, OH (6 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 9 days ago
  • Duncan Falls, OH (6 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 9 days ago

Prepares meals for students with dietary restrictions as directed. Carefully uses products and supplies to control costs and reduce waste....

Cafe Associate

  • McConnelsville, OH (20 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 15 days ago
  • McConnelsville, OH (20 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 15 days ago

... Why do people love eating in our cafe at Sams Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help cafe associates. Do you have a passion for preparing...

Prepared Food Team Member

  • Coshocton, OH (24 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Coshocton, OH (24 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 15 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes, and organization? Our prepared meal and rotisserie chicken associates prepare fresh food items daily for our members through...

Openers - Cashier / Service

  • Cambridge, OH (22 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cambridge, OH (22 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 15 days ago

Looking for daytime work? The Opener/Days schedule is looking for employees who are able to work during the morning/early afternoon. Opening times vary by restaurant. Schedules for Openers can...

Lead Cashier

  • Heath, OH (18 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Heath, OH (18 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 15 days ago

This position is responsible for driving loyalty results, including credit, through a focus on performance (sales, guest experience, and loyalty), people (guest service, and associate training and development...

Food Captain

  • Coshocton, OH (24 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 16 days ago
  • Coshocton, OH (24 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 16 days ago

Store 4705236: 502 S 7th St, Coshocton, Ohio 43812 Availability - Shift/Days Flexible Availability Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company complies with the Americans with...

KFC Team Member

  • Newark, OH (23 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 19 days ago
  • Newark, OH (23 miles from Zanesville, OH)
  • 19 days 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...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Zanesville, OH

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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