Counter Server Jobs
Counter Server jobs are open across quick-service restaurants, cafes, delis, and food halls, at every level from entry-level to lead, with specializations in barista service, deli preparation, and fast-casual counter operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Starting Pay Rate: $17.50/hr
Day and Swing shifts available
Must be available for flexible scheduling to include days, nights, weekends, and holidays
A F&B Counter Server plays an important role in creating a great experience for our guests in Food & Beverage at Burgers of Madison County. In this role, you’ll deliver friendly and attentive service, keep the outlet clean and organized, operate the cash register, and serve food and beverages with a smile. You’ll also be knowledgeable about our menu and any current promotions, so you can help guests make the best choices.
What you will do as a F&B Counter Server:
- Demonstrates exceptional guest service skills when selling F&B items to either guests or employees and informs guests of casino facilities and their location.
- Continually operates cash register or cash bank and accepts payment for F&B product(s) ensuring accuracy when making change.
- Is always extremely responsive to guest’s questions regarding food items, prices, methods of preparation, items on sale and availability of various F&B products. Continually up-sells F&B products offered.
- Always ensures that assigned area is kept orderly and continually cleans and sanitizes counter in designated areas, as well as assisting in the dining area as needed.
Who We Are:
We are Turning Stone Enterprises, a dynamic organization with a diverse range of business operations. Among our prominent offerings is the Turning Stone Resort Casino, which has received the prestigious Best of New York Gaming Resort award for an impressive six consecutive years. Complementing this flagship property, we operate satellite casinos like YBR Casino & Sports Book, Point Place Casino Hotel, and The Lake House at Sylvan Beach. Beyond gaming and hospitality, our portfolio also includes convenience stores, three 18 hole PGA-level golf courses, and other unique ventures.
Work Experience
To be successful as a F&B Counter Server, you'll need:
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to speak English.
- Previous Food & Beverage experience a plus.
- The ability to ring in orders, count money, make correct change, and settle checks on the Point of sale system
- Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time and lift up to 41 - 50 pounds.
What we value:
- Positivity – Team members who are passionate to learn, energetic to hit the ground running and willing to grow in a professional, team-oriented environment with a focus on guest service.
- Growth Opportunities – We offer a successful journey, including hands-on training and support to advance your career.
- Empowerment – We believe in our team members. With learning opportunities, career growth potential and recognition of outstanding performance, we encourage our team to take pride in their work.
Benefits
Why choose Point Place Casino Hotel?
- Paid weekly
- Variety of schedules
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
- Career-building professional development
- Discounts from dining to fuel to concerts
- Team Member appreciation events
- Quality healthcare and dental benefits
- A robust 401k retirement plan
- Dealer School
- Finance Scholarship Program
Why You Will Appreciate Us:
At Turning Stone Enterprises, we prioritize the well-being and professional growth of our team members by offering an extensive array of benefits. From comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to a 401(k) and life insurance, we ensure your health and financial security. Our work-life balance support includes paid time off, paid holidays, and team member assistance programs. We’re also committed to wellness, with various programs and an upcoming 5,000-square-foot onsite medical center.
With over 4,500 team members across Central New York, we focus on delivering exceptional experiences for both our guests and staff. Our resources include training programs, complimentary shuttles, and career development initiatives, helping you reach your professional goals. Whether you're starting your career or advancing it, join us for a rewarding journey of growth and success at Turning Stone Enterprises. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
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Starting Pay Rate: $17.50/hr
Day and Swing shifts available
Must be available for flexible scheduling to include days, nights, weekends, and holidays
A F&B Counter Server plays an important role in creating a great experience for our guests in Food & Beverage at Burgers of Madison County. In this role, you’ll deliver friendly and attentive service, keep the outlet clean and organized, operate the cash register, and serve food and beverages with a smile. You’ll also be knowledgeable about our menu and any current promotions, so you can help guests make the best choices.
What you will do as a F&B Counter Server:
- Demonstrates exceptional guest service skills when selling F&B items to either guests or employees and informs guests of casino facilities and their location.
- Continually operates cash register or cash bank and accepts payment for F&B product(s) ensuring accuracy when making change.
- Is always extremely responsive to guest’s questions regarding food items, prices, methods of preparation, items on sale and availability of various F&B products. Continually up-sells F&B products offered.
- Always ensures that assigned area is kept orderly and continually cleans and sanitizes counter in designated areas, as well as assisting in the dining area as needed.
Who We Are:
We are Turning Stone Enterprises, a dynamic organization with a diverse range of business operations. Among our prominent offerings is the Turning Stone Resort Casino, which has received the prestigious Best of New York Gaming Resort award for an impressive six consecutive years. Complementing this flagship property, we operate satellite casinos like YBR Casino & Sports Book, Point Place Casino Hotel, and The Lake House at Sylvan Beach. Beyond gaming and hospitality, our portfolio also includes convenience stores, three 18 hole PGA-level golf courses, and other unique ventures.
Work Experience
To be successful as a F&B Counter Server, you'll need:
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to speak English.
- Previous Food & Beverage experience a plus.
- The ability to ring in orders, count money, make correct change, and settle checks on the Point of sale system
- Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time and lift up to 41 - 50 pounds.
What we value:
- Positivity – Team members who are passionate to learn, energetic to hit the ground running and willing to grow in a professional, team-oriented environment with a focus on guest service.
- Growth Opportunities – We offer a successful journey, including hands-on training and support to advance your career.
- Empowerment – We believe in our team members. With learning opportunities, career growth potential and recognition of outstanding performance, we encourage our team to take pride in their work.
Benefits
Why choose Point Place Casino Hotel?
- Paid weekly
- Variety of schedules
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
- Career-building professional development
- Discounts from dining to fuel to concerts
- Team Member appreciation events
- Quality healthcare and dental benefits
- A robust 401k retirement plan
- Dealer School
- Finance Scholarship Program
Why You Will Appreciate Us:
At Turning Stone Enterprises, we prioritize the well-being and professional growth of our team members by offering an extensive array of benefits. From comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to a 401(k) and life insurance, we ensure your health and financial security. Our work-life balance support includes paid time off, paid holidays, and team member assistance programs. We’re also committed to wellness, with various programs and an upcoming 5,000-square-foot onsite medical center.
With over 4,500 team members across Central New York, we focus on delivering exceptional experiences for both our guests and staff. Our resources include training programs, complimentary shuttles, and career development initiatives, helping you reach your professional goals. Whether you're starting your career or advancing it, join us for a rewarding journey of growth and success at Turning Stone Enterprises. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in counter server jobs.
- Prior customer service or food service experience, typically one year or more
- Current food handler or food safety certification such as ServSafe
- Ability to operate a point-of-sale system and process cash and card transactions
- Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds
- Strong verbal communication skills and a friendly, service-oriented attitude
- Availability for early morning, evening, weekend, or split-shift scheduling
Tips for Your Counter Server Job Search
Tailor your resume to service speed
Counter server hiring managers care about throughput. Mention the volume of customers you handled per shift and any high-volume events you worked. Concrete numbers tied to pace tell a faster story than listing duties alone.
Highlight food safety certifications upfront
A ServSafe or state-equivalent food handler certification moves your resume past the first cut at most food service employers. List it in a dedicated certifications line near the top, not buried in a skills section.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists counter server openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by shift type first
Counter server schedules vary widely, from early-morning breakfast shifts to late-night closings. Decide your availability before you search, then narrow to roles that match so you don't waste time interviewing for shifts you can't work.
Prepare for a working interview
Many quick-service and cafe employers skip the formal sit-down and ask you to work a trial shift instead. Arrive in non-slip shoes, treat every customer interaction as if you're already on the clock, and ask one clarifying question about the menu to show you're engaged.
Negotiate scheduling flexibility, not just pay
At the offer stage, counter server roles often have more flexibility on hours and shift preferences than on base pay. Ask specifically about split shifts, weekend rotation, and guaranteed minimum hours so your schedule is locked in writing before your first day.
Counter Server Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most counter servers?
Turning Stone Enterprises, Pappas Bar-B-Q, and Pacific Counter are hiring the most counter servers right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. High-volume hiring tends to cluster around urban food halls, airport concessions, and regional fast-casual chains expanding into new markets.
How many counter server jobs are remote?
About 0% of counter server openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. The small share that offer flexible arrangements typically involve phone or online order coordination, catering dispatch, or supervisory scheduling rather than front-counter service.
How do you become a counter server?
Start by earning a food handler certification through your state health department or a nationally recognized program, since most employers require it before your first shift. Apply to entry-level openings at cafes, delis, or quick-service restaurants and highlight any customer-facing experience you already have, even outside food service. Once hired, most employers provide hands-on training covering their menu, POS system, and sanitation procedures.
How do you get hired as a counter server with little or no experience?
Emphasize transferable skills like cash handling from retail, customer interaction from any service role, or food prep from home or volunteer cooking. Getting your food handler card before you apply signals readiness and removes a common hiring objection. Applying at high-turnover openings such as new restaurant locations or seasonal concessions gives you the best shot when employers prioritize attitude and availability over a long work history.
What does the counter server interview process look like?
Most counter server interviews are brief, often conducted by a shift supervisor or store manager on the spot or within a day of applying. Expect questions about your availability, how you handle a rush, and a scenario about managing a difficult customer. Some employers follow up with a short working trial shift before making an offer, so dress appropriately and be ready to demonstrate your pace and attitude from the first visit.
Where can I find and apply to counter server jobs?
You can find and apply to counter server jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that fit your location, availability, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that matches what you're looking for.
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