Waiters and Waitresses
Waiters and waitresses serve food in restaurants and other dining establishments.
You might say that waiting tables is the ultimate job in multitasking. So, if you are fast on your feet, quick-thinking, and can perform several tasks at once, working as a waiter or waitress can be a good choice for you.
Quick Facts
Wages: Well below the median $10.00 / hour
Employment Outlook:
Percent Growth
10.1%
Average
Education and Training Needed:
Short-term on-the-job training
Skills Needed:
Speaking, Listening, Helping Others
Tools and Technology:
- Tools: Point of sale POS software, Personal digital assistant PDAs or organizers, Point of sale POS terminal
- Technology:
Job Title Examples:
Banquet Server, Cocktail Server, Food Server
