Wait Staff Jobs in San Mateo, CA

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Cashier, Server, Waiter

  • San Bruno, CA (7 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • moments ago
  • San Bruno, CA (7 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • moments ago

We are a fast casual Indian restaurant looking for a cashier, server and waiter. An individual that can multitask. Have a positive attitude and work as part of a team. Excellent communication...

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FOH - FOH Lead

  • Urban Plates
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Partners with the General Manager to ensure excellent guest service....

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Starbucks Barista

  • Safeway
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

A Day in the Life: As a Barista, you will be provided with the skills and products to make the customers day memorable and thats no tall order. Favorite beverages, new and exciting pastry and food...

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Catering Attendant (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Santa Clara, CA (23 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (23 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Ensures guests receive friendly, courteous service at all times. Maintains in-depth knowledge of complete menu and products on hand. Maintains clean and safe work environment....

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Barista (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • San Francisco, CA (14 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (14 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Interacts with customers and other employees in a friendly, courteous manner....

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Barista (Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Mountain View, CA (17 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Mountain View, CA (17 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Interacts with customers and other employees in a friendly, courteous manner....

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Evening Busperson (Part Time)

  • Hilton
  • Burlingame, CA (2 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Burlingame, CA (2 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

As a Busperson, you would be responsible for setting and clearing dining tables and stocking service stations in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability...

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barista - Store# 10717, LAUREL & ARROYO

  • Starbucks
  • San Carlos, CA (6 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Carlos, CA (6 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Crafting the world's finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to...

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Server

  • Lacoste
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Respond promptly and courteously to any requests or concerns. Prepare the final bill, present the check, and process payments....

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Server

  • The Rabbit Hole
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Server (bernal heights) The Rabbit Hole 3472 Mission Street compensation: $20/hr + tips employment type: job title: Server The Rabbit Hole is a neighborhood restaurant and full bar in Bernal...

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Catering Assistant

  • Compass Group
  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Catering Assistant Job Type: Permanent Job Sector: Unspecified Region: South East Location: Slough Salary Description: Competitive Posted: 04/12/2025 Recruiter: Compass Group Job Ref:...

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Restaurant Team Member - Back Of House

  • Mendocino Farms
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

HIRING IMMEDIATELY at Mendocino Farms! NOW HIRING BACK OF HOUSE TEAM MEMBERS! Make $20.00 - $25.00 / hr including tips! We’re not just selling sandwiches and salads. We’re selling HAPPY!...

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Part Time - Head Cashier - Flexible

  • Lowe's Companies, Inc.
  • Hillsborough, CA (2 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hillsborough, CA (2 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Functions: NOTE: Minors in this role may not be responsible for some of the activities listed below Assisted Self Check Out Demonstrates ability to monitor and identify customers who...

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Team Member

  • Taco Bell
  • Hillsborough, CA (2 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hillsborough, CA (2 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Team Member Hillsborough, NC Job Details Job Location: 0021 KT - 353 S. Churton St, Hillsborough, NC 27278 - Hillsborough, NC Salary Range: $12.50 - $13.50 Hourly Description Join Our Team at Taco...

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Catering Attendant (Full Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Ensures guests receive friendly, courteous service at all times. Maintains in-depth knowledge of complete menu and products on hand. Maintains clean and safe work environment....

In Person Full Time

Demographic Data for San Mateo, CA

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in San Mateo, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHire research efforts.
Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.

Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in San Mateo, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.8%
Bachelor's Degree
21.4%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
Master's Degree
4.1%
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 Mateo, CA
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Wait Staff position

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