Wait Staff Jobs in Lamar, PA

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 - Cashier

  • Spring Mills, PA (11 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Spring Mills, PA (11 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 27 days ago

PANERA CAFE RETAIL TEAM MEMBER: CASHIER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible...

Cashier - Nights/Weekends

  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 5 hours 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...

Restaurant Team Member

  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Summary Perform assigned workstation duties to ensure quality products and service are delivered to our customers meeting Papa John's standards. Comply with Papa John's uniform, appearance, and...

To-Go Specialist

  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 7 days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like Care beyond the table - At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. It's an...

Subway Cashier

  • Mill Hall, PA (7 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Mill Hall, PA (7 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 8 days 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...

Store Cashier I

  • Milesburg, PA (14 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Milesburg, PA (14 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

Store Cashier I - PT

  • Milesburg, PA (14 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Milesburg, PA (14 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

Busser - PT

  • Lamar, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Lamar, PA
  • 12 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

Server / Cashier - PT

  • Lamar, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Lamar, PA
  • 12 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

The Field Burger & Tap Server

  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 13 days ago

ABOUT THE TEAM Shaner Hotels has an amazing opportunity at our beautiful 102 room Toftrees Golf Resort. Toftrees-meaning "home among the trees"-is nestled amid 1,500 scenic wooded acres in...

Cashier & Front End Services

  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 14 days ago

What you'll do at You play a major role in how our customers feel when they leave the store. You might be the first, last, and sometimes only associate a customer interacts with. That's why it's...

Cashier / Service

  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 15 days ago

The Cashier / Service is the key to ensuring guest satisfaction. This is a very important position for a friendly, helpful individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. Why should you...

Openers - Cashier / Service

  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 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...

Server Part Time flexible shifts

  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 17 days ago

Join Our Family Serving Families Why Harmony? 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages Employee Referral Bonus + Incentives (free meals, movie tickets, dining, automotive deals, retail...

barista - Store# 69129, PUGH CENTER, E. BEAVER AVENUE

  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 19 days ago
  • State College, PA (22 miles from Lamar, PA)
  • 19 days 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...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Lamar, PA

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 Lamar, PA 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 Lamar, PA
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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