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Cherokee Casino

Buffet Server

Catoosa, OK · On-site

As a Buffet Server, you will be an essential part of our dining team, dedicated to providing a pleasant and efficient experience for guests in our buffet venues. You'll be responsible for serving ...

Cherokee Federal

Buffet Server

Catoosa, OK · On-site

As a Buffet Server, you will be an essential part of our dining team, dedicated to providing a pleasant and efficient experience for guests in our buffet venues. You'll be responsible for serving ...

Cherokee Federal

Buffet Server

Catoosa, OK · On-site

As a Buffet Server, you will be an essential part of our dining team, dedicated to providing a pleasant and efficient experience for guests in our buffet venues. You'll be responsible for serving ...

Cherokee Nation Business

Buffet Server

Catoosa, OK · On-site

As a Buffet Server, you will be an essential part of our dining team, dedicated to providing a pleasant and efficient experience for guests in our buffet venues. You'll be responsible for serving ...

Cherokee Nation Business

Buffet Server

Catoosa, OK · On-site

As a Buffet Server, you will be an essential part of our dining team, dedicated to providing a pleasant and efficient experience for guests in our buffet venues. You'll be responsible for serving ...

Cherokee Casino

Buffet Server

Catoosa, OK · On-site

As a Buffet Server, you will be an essential part of our dining team, dedicated to providing a pleasant and efficient experience for guests in our buffet venues. You'll be responsible for serving ...

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How much do buffet server jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for buffet server in the United States is $11.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $9.13 and $13.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a buffet server?

Buffet servers are hospitality professionals responsible for maintaining and replenishing food at buffet stations, assisting guests with their selections, and ensuring the buffet area is clean and organized. They may also help with setting up and breaking down the buffet, monitoring food temperatures, and following food safety guidelines. Buffet servers play a key role in providing a positive dining experience by being attentive, courteous, and knowledgeable about the menu offerings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a buffet server?

To thrive as a Buffet Server, you need strong customer service skills, basic food handling knowledge, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and food safety certifications such as a Food Handler’s Card are typically required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment are standout soft skills. These abilities ensure guests have a positive dining experience while maintaining safety and operational efficiency.

What are some common challenges buffet servers face during busy meal periods, and how can they manage them effectively?

Buffet servers often encounter challenges such as maintaining food presentation, restocking items quickly, and ensuring cleanliness during peak times. Managing these demands requires strong organizational skills, teamwork, and the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently. Communicating clearly with kitchen staff and other servers helps keep the buffet running smoothly, while staying attentive to guest needs ensures a positive dining experience. Time management and multitasking are key to handling the fast-paced environment successfully.

What is the difference between Buffet Server vs Waitstaff?

AspectBuffet ServerWaitstaff
ResponsibilitiesServing food at buffet stations, assisting guests with selections, maintaining buffet presentationTaking orders, serving food and drinks at tables, providing customer service
Work EnvironmentSelf-serve buffet areas, casual dining settingsTable service in restaurants, cafes, or fine dining
CredentialsNone typically required, customer service skills preferredCustomer service experience, sometimes food safety certifications

Buffet Servers focus on managing buffet stations and assisting guests in self-serve environments, while Waitstaff take orders and serve food directly at tables. Both roles require strong customer service skills but differ in responsibilities and work settings.

Is being a buffet server easy?

Buffet servers are responsible for refilling food, assisting customers, and maintaining cleanliness in a fast-paced environment. The job requires good communication skills, physical stamina, and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, which can be challenging for some individuals.
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Infographic showing various Buffet Server job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $24,157 per year, or $11.6 per hour.

Buffet Server

Cherokee Casino

Catoosa, OK • On-site

Part-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

As a Buffet Server, you will be an essential part of our dining team, dedicated to providing a pleasant and efficient experience for guests in our buffet venues. You'll be responsible for serving beverages, assisting with guest needs, and maintaining a clean and organized dining area. This role requires a friendly demeanor, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment. 

Do you like jobs that rock? Are you fun and highly motivated? Do you like to take on team-based challenges and deliver high-quality work? If so, then you may be a great candidate for our Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa team! 

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is Oklahoma's premier gaming and resort destination.  This award-winning resort features 2,600+ electronic, poker and table games, 35,000+ square feet of ultramodern meeting and convention space, an 18-hole championship golf course, multiple food and entertainment venues, and a 2,700-seat event center. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is the flag ship of Cherokee Nation Businesses' hospitality division.

Here's what awaits you: 

  • Health & Wellness:Choose from top-notch health plans,24/7 Telemedicine access, andon-site health clinics(at select locations). 

  • Financial Security:Grow your future with a generous401(k) matchandpaid vacation, sick time, bereavement, and holidays. 

  • Work-Life Balance:Enjoyflexible spending accounts,maternity/paternity leave, andvoluntary benefitsfor added peace of mind. 

  • And More:Earnincentivesbased on performance,refer friendsand get rewarded, and enjoydiscountsandholiday appreciation gifts.

Immerse Yourself in World-Class Hospitality with Cherokee Nation Entertainment 

Thrill, excitement, and entertainment await at Cherokee Nation Entertainment, one of the largest and most successful tribal businesses in the country. As the gaming and hospitality business of the Cherokee Nation, CNE owns and operate a diverse portfolio of leading brands, including Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, nine Cherokee Casinos across Northeastern Oklahoma, and Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Miss. 

Step into a world of possibilities: 

  • Gain experience delivering exhilarating gaming across electronic games, table games, and poker rooms. 

  • Help deliver legendary live entertainment from national and local acts at iconic venues like Hard Rock Live. 

  • Master your culinary craft at our diverse restaurants, from casual to upscale dining. Deliver smiles and unforgettable experiences, becoming a master of guest service and table-side magic. 

  • Help guests unwind in luxurious hotel accommodations and world-class amenities like pools, cabanas, and golf courses. 

More than just entertainment, we are committed to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home. We offer exceptional career opportunities with competitive benefits and a chance to be part of something truly special. 


Company:Cherokee Nation Entertainment

  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to obtain a food handler's card.
  • Ability to pass all alcohol awareness training.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain licensing by the appropriate gaming authority.
  • Ability to obtain a state-issued alcoholic beverage license.
  • Requires standing for long periods of time, frequent bending and kneeling. Must be able to lift objects up to 50 lbs.
  • Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays, in settings that may include exposure to second-hand smoke and crowd noise. 
  • Serve all beverages ordered by guests in a proper, efficient, and friendly manner.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to all guests, promptly fulfilling requests.
  • Uphold cleanliness standards for your station and shared areas of responsibility. Perform all pre-bussing during the dining experience to ensure tables are cleared efficiently.
  • Promote a fun, friendly, quick, comfortable, clean, and safe environment ("The Big Six"). 

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