Restaurant jobs in St. Petersburg, FL

Last updated: August 30, 2026

TableStaff currently lists 7 restaurant jobs in St. Petersburg, Florida, posted directly by local restaurants. Openings cover both front-of-house roles such as servers, bartenders and hosts, and back-of-house roles such as line cooks, prep cooks and dishwashers.

Fewer than 5 of these listings state an hourly rate, so no median pay figure is published here yet. See restaurant pay across Tampa Bay for the market-wide figures.

Most St. Pete restaurant hiring clusters along Central Avenue, Beach Drive, the Grand Central District and the EDGE District, with a second concentration around the Pier and downtown hotels. The SunRunner bus rapid transit line runs Central Avenue between downtown and St. Pete Beach, which makes shifts along that corridor reachable without a car.

Tampa Bay restaurant hiring follows tourism: demand climbs from roughly November through April as seasonal residents and visitors arrive, then eases over the summer. Pinellas beach communities feel this swing most sharply.

Open positions (7)

Tablestaff.com
Tablestaff.com
St. Petersburg, FL

Hospitality Ambassador

About Tablestaff Tablestaff is a local hiring platform built specifically for the hospitality industry. Our mission is simple: connect restaurants with local talent while building a stronger restaurant community throughout Tampa Bay. We’re looking for outgoing, personable individuals who genuinely enjoy meeting people, building relationships, and supporting the hospitality industry. Position: Hospitality Community Ambassador As a Hospitality Community Ambassador, you’ll represent Tablestaff in the field by connecting with restaurants, chefs, managers, bartenders, servers, and hospitality professionals. Your goal is not traditional sales—it’s building relationships, growing the community, and helping local businesses and talent discover valuable opportunities. What You’ll Do * Visit restaurants, bars, cafés, hotels, and hospitality businesses * Introduce Tablestaff to owners, managers, and team members * Help restaurant professionals create profiles on the platform * Assist businesses with posting jobs and learning platform features * Attend local networking events and hospitality gatherings * Distribute marketing materials and promotional items * Build genuine relationships within the local hospitality community * Share feedback from businesses and candidates to help improve the platform * Act as a positive representative of Tablestaff’s mission and values Ideal Candidate * Friendly, outgoing, and comfortable talking with new people * Passionate about hospitality and local businesses * Strong communication and networking skills * Self-motivated and organized * Reliable transportation * Hospitality experience is a plus but not required * Social media experience is a bonus What Success Looks Like * Growing the local Tablestaff community * Helping hospitality professionals discover new opportunities * Creating meaningful connections between businesses and talent * Becoming a trusted local resource within the industry Why Join Us * Flexible schedule * Performance bonuses * Opportunity to meet hospitality leaders throughout Tampa Bay * Be part of building something new for the local restaurant community * Help shape the future of hospitality hiring in our area Built by Hospitality, for Hospitality Tablestaff was created by a local chef who understands the challenges of hiring, staffing, and building great teams. We’re not a national corporation—we’re building a local solution for local restaurants and hospitality professionals.

Learn & growBothAny Level
2 months ago
Tablestaff.com
Tablestaff.com
St. Petersburg, FL

Hospitality Ambassador

About Tablestaff Tablestaff is a local hiring platform built specifically for the hospitality industry. Our mission is simple: connect restaurants with local talent while building a stronger restaurant community throughout Tampa Bay. We’re looking for outgoing, personable individuals who genuinely enjoy meeting people, building relationships, and supporting the hospitality industry. Position: Hospitality Community Ambassador As a Hospitality Community Ambassador, you’ll represent Tablestaff in the field by connecting with restaurants, chefs, managers, bartenders, servers, and hospitality professionals. Your goal is not traditional sales—it’s building relationships, growing the community, and helping local businesses and talent discover valuable opportunities. What You’ll Do * Visit restaurants, bars, cafés, hotels, and hospitality businesses * Introduce Tablestaff to owners, managers, and team members * Help restaurant professionals create profiles on the platform * Assist businesses with posting jobs and learning platform features * Attend local networking events and hospitality gatherings * Distribute marketing materials and promotional items * Build genuine relationships within the local hospitality community * Share feedback from businesses and candidates to help improve the platform * Act as a positive representative of Tablestaff’s mission and values Ideal Candidate * Friendly, outgoing, and comfortable talking with new people * Passionate about hospitality and local businesses * Strong communication and networking skills * Self-motivated and organized * Reliable transportation * Hospitality experience is a plus but not required * Social media experience is a bonus What Success Looks Like * Growing the local Tablestaff community * Helping hospitality professionals discover new opportunities * Creating meaningful connections between businesses and talent * Becoming a trusted local resource within the industry Why Join Us * Flexible schedule * Performance bonuses * Opportunity to meet hospitality leaders throughout Tampa Bay * Be part of building something new for the local restaurant community * Help shape the future of hospitality hiring in our area Built by Hospitality, for Hospitality Tablestaff was created by a local chef who understands the challenges of hiring, staffing, and building great teams. We’re not a national corporation—we’re building a local solution for local restaurants and hospitality professionals.

Standard job adsBothAny Level
2 months ago
The Moon Under Water
The Moon Under Water
St. Petersburg, FL

General Manager

Overview We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Restaurant Manager to lead our team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive knowledge of food service operations, and a passion for hospitality. This role involves overseeing daily restaurant activities, managing staff, ensuring food quality and safety, and maintaining excellent customer service standards. The Restaurant Manager will play a key role in fostering a positive work environment and driving the success of our establishment. Responsibilities Supervise daily restaurant operations, including food preparation, service, and cleanliness Manage staff scheduling, training, and development to ensure high performance and team cohesion Oversee inventory control, ordering supplies, and managing food and beverage costs Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and ensure overall guest satisfaction Operate POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for accurate cash handling and order processing Monitor restaurant performance metrics and implement strategies for continuous improvement Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure efficient food production and timely service Manage shift transitions, ensuring smooth handoffs between teams Assist in budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting related to restaurant operations have an input marketing initiatives or promotional events to attract new customers Requirements Proven management experience in quick service high volume casual dining environments Strong knowledge of food industry standards including food safety, handling, and hygiene practices Experience with POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS; cash handling expertise required Background in culinary arts or kitchen management is a bonus Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in staff training, supervising, interviewing, and team management Ability to manage inventory control and food production processes efficiently Excellent customer service skills with a focus on hospitality management Previous experience in hospitality management or hotel experience is advantageous Strong organizational skills with the ability to oversee shift management and food service operations Leadership qualities with a focus on training & development, budgeting, and food management strategies This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to lead a vibrant team in a fast-paced environment. We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence in the food industry.

Standard job adsFull timeSenior
4 months ago

Frequently asked questions

How many restaurant jobs are available in St. Petersburg right now?
TableStaff lists 7 active restaurant jobs in St. Petersburg, Florida as of today. The count updates hourly as restaurants post and fill positions.
Do I need experience to get a restaurant job in St. Petersburg?
Not for every role. Dishwasher, busser, food runner and host positions are commonly open to candidates with no restaurant experience, while line cook, bartender and management roles usually ask for prior experience. Each TableStaff listing states the experience level the restaurant expects.
What does a restaurant job in St. Petersburg pay?
There are not yet enough St. Petersburg listings stating an hourly rate to publish a reliable local median. Florida's minimum wage is $14.00 per hour, and the minimum direct cash wage for tipped employees is $10.98 per hour plus tips.
Is it free to apply through TableStaff?
Yes. Creating a profile, browsing listings and applying are free for job seekers, and applications go directly to the hiring restaurant.

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