Wait Staff Jobs in San Antonio, 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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Barista

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 12 hours ago

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Restaurant Team Member, Evening Shift - Unit 149

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 15 hours ago

Welcome to Whataburger Careers Ready to work somewhere sizzlin'? Our Restaurant Team Members are the secret ingredient who make everything come together. Every shift is a new adventure filled with...

Restaurant Team Member, Evening Shift - Unit 1101

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 15 hours ago

Welcome to Whataburger Careers Ready to work somewhere sizzlin'? Our Restaurant Team Members are the secret ingredient who make everything come together. Every shift is a new adventure filled with...

Experienced Bilingual Servers Needed at Authentic Mexican Restaurant

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

Experienced Bilingual Servers Needed at Authentic Mexican Restaurant Are you passionate about providing excellent customer service and love Mexican cuisine? Our family-owned Mexican restaurant is...

Outlet 1 Barista

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

About Us Step into our luxury hotel in North San Antonio, which rises 19 stories above this stunning city. The Westin San Antonio North captures the essence of Texas Hospitality with impeccable...

Food Runner - Schertz Chilis

  • Selma, TX (16 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Selma, TX (16 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Our Food Runners create an exceptional experience for our Guests and their fellow Team Members by sharing their passion for beverages, food, and people. We hire primarily food...

Restaurant Team Member

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

Hourly Rate: $13.00/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...

Breakfast attendant

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

Property Location: 105 South St. Mary's Street - San Antonio, Texas 78205 You belong at Drury Hotels. Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a place where you belong is what truly matters....

Cashier - Lunch/Afternoon Shift

  • Live Oak, TX (11 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Live Oak, TX (11 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Starting hiring pay at: $12.5 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...

Barista-Full Time

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

Barista-Full Time** **Job Reference Number:** 29820 **Employment Type:** Full-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Education **Brand:** Aladdin-Campus-Dining **State:** Texas (US-TX) **The Role at a...

Cashier

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Pay Rates Starting between: $11.38 - $14.88 / hour Are you passionate about team building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment...

Retail Team Member - Cashier

  • Bulverde, TX (20 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bulverde, TX (20 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Retail Team Member - Cashier 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...

Team Member (Part-Time)

  • Cibolo, TX (19 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cibolo, TX (19 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 2 days ago

"You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business...

Barista

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago

Location Name: Financial Services Company - 24684008 Location ID: 24684008 Barista Location: Financial Services Company - 24684008 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability...

Pool Server

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central...

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


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