Wait Staff Jobs in Roanoke, TX

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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Cashier

  • Carrollton, TX (19 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Carrollton, TX (19 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 1 hour 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...

KFC Team Member (Customer Service or Cook)

  • Carrollton, TX (19 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Carrollton, TX (19 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 7 hours ago

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 chicken! We have a...

KFC Team Member

  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 7 hours 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...

Starbucks Barista

  • Grapevine, TX (10 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Grapevine, TX (10 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 7 hours ago

Pay: $0 per hour At Great Wolf, the Barista is responsible for positive guest interactions while taking orders, serving, and handling transactions in a friendly and efficient manner at Great...

Crew Team Member -W Irving Blvd - 75060

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 16 hours ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Dallas County $10.06 - $13.27 Per hour Crew Team Member -W Irving Blvd - 75060 MKV ENTERPRISES INC Occupation: Fast Food and Counter Workers Location:...

Crew Team Member - W Frankford - 75007

  • Carrollton, TX (19 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Carrollton, TX (19 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 16 hours ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Denton County $9.95 - $13.11 Per hour Crew Team Member - W Frankford - 75007 MKV ENTERPRISES INC Occupation: Fast Food and Counter Workers Location:...

Crew Team Member -W LBJ Frwy 75063

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 16 hours ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Dallas County $10.06 - $13.27 Per hour Crew Team Member -W LBJ Frwy 75063 MKV ENTERPRISES INC Occupation: Fast Food and Counter Workers Location: Irving, TX...

Breakfast Attendant & Bartender

  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 16 hours ago

Breakfast Attendant & Bartender Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,772 current hospitality jobs what where Breakfast...

Crew Team Member -8435 N Beltline Rd 75063

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 16 hours ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Dallas County $10.06 - $13.27 Per hour Crew Team Member -8435 N Beltline Rd 75063 MKV ENTERPRISES INC Occupation: Fast Food and Counter Workers Location:...

Server AM

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 16 hours ago

Server AM Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,775 current hospitality jobs what where Server AM Omni Las Colinas Hotel...

Banquet Server-13

  • Grapevine, TX (10 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Grapevine, TX (10 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 18 hours ago

Club Location: Cowboys Golf Club - Grapevine, TX Arcis Golf team members thrive on anticipating needs, forging connections, and elevating experiences for our team, members, and guests. We are an...

Cashier

  • Hurst, TX (14 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Hurst, TX (14 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Introduction Do you enjoy meeting and talking to new people? Does being the face of a company excite you? Do you have a passion for delivering an extraordinary customer service experience...

Restaurant Team Member

  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 21 hours ago

Hourly Rate: $14.50/hour + Tips Our secret to leading the way in hospitality? We put our people first! At Shake Shack, our mission is to Stand For Something Good in all that we do. From our teams...

Barista - Historic Hilton Fort Worth

  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 1 day ago

What you will be doing Responsible for taking orders, and preparing order items to guest satisfaction. Anticipate guest needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, maintaining positive...

Barista

  • Grapevine, TX (10 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grapevine, TX (10 miles from Roanoke, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Additional Information Seasonal position Job Number 24215322 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, 1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, Texas,...

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Roanoke, TX

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 Roanoke, TX 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
3.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Wait Staffs in Roanoke, TX
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%


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