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A Waiter or Waitress takes orders and serves food and beverages to customers in restaurants. Answers customer questions about menu items, prepares checks and collects payment, and assists with clearing dishes and tables. May work in banquet or dining halls.

$33,929 / year median in California

+11% projected growth

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Restaurant Server — The Guest's Favorite Part of the Meal About the Role We're hiring a Restaurant Server who makes hospitality look easy. You're the face of the guest experience—reading the table, anticipating needs, and making people feel genuinely taken care of from the moment they sit down to the moment they leave (already planning their next visit). You're quick on your feet, sharp with details, and you actually like people. If you love the energy of a busy floor, take pride in getting it right, and want to work somewhere that values great service, this is your role. What You'll Do Own the Guest Experience Welcome and seat patrons, setting the tone for their visit Know the menu inside and out—ingredients, specials, substitutions, and how to answer questions with confidence Take food and beverage orders accurately, catching special requests and dietary restrictions the first time Check in with tables frequently without hovering—read the room Present checks and handle payments smoothly Move the Floor Run food safely and efficiently from kitchen to table, hot and on time Coordinate with kitchen and fellow servers to keep service flowing, even when it's slammed Reset and prep tables quickly so the next guest never waits longer than they should Protect the Standard Follow all health, safety, and sanitation requirements without being asked twice Keep your section clean, organized, and guest-ready at all times Speak up when something's off—86'd items, a slow ticket, an unhappy table—before it becomes a bigger problem What Success Looks Like Guests feel genuinely cared for, not just served Tables turn smoothly without feeling rushed Orders go out accurate and on time, every time The floor stays calm even when the restaurant is packed Regulars ask for you by name What We're Looking For Previous experience as a server or in a fast-paced hospitality role A team-first attitude—you jump in wherever you're needed Excellent multitasking and organizational skills Strong communication and a customer-service-first personality Ability to be on your feet for extended periods Weekend and evening availability Bonus points if you have: Experience with POS systems like Toast Beverage knowledge (beer/wine/cocktails) Experience training or mentoring new servers