Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers

Facilitate food service. Clean tables; remove dirty dishes; replace soiled table linens; set tables; replenish supply of clean linens, silverware, glassware, and dishes; supply service bar with food; and serve items such as water, condiments, and coffee to patrons.

$31,040
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
+5% projected 2024โ€“2034
No formal educational credential
Typical Entry-Level Education

What They Do

Dining room and cafeteria attendants and bartender helpers keep restaurants, cafeterias, and bars running smoothly behind the scenes. They clear and reset tables between customers, ensuring each new party sits down to a clean space with fresh linens, silverware, and glassware. Throughout their shifts, they wipe down surfaces, refill water glasses, and deliver bread baskets or condiments to tables. They also restock service stations with clean dishes, utensils, and supplies so servers can work efficiently. In bars, they assist bartenders by restocking ice, cutting garnishes, cleaning glassware, and keeping the bar area organized. The work happens in fast-paced environments like casual restaurants, hotel dining rooms, hospital cafeterias, or entertainment venues.

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