Waiters serve food and beverages at tables in dining and drinking places, clubs, institutions and canteens, on board ships and on passenger trains.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
Check your pay
- The majority of Waiters earn a salary between R2 784 and R12 219 per month in 2024.
- A monthly wage for entry-level Waiters ranges from R2 784 to R6 402.
- After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between R3 386 and R8 233 per month.
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Duties and tasks
- Setting tables with clean linen, cutlery, crockery and glassware
- Greeting customers and presenting them with menus and beverage lists
- Advising on food and beverage choices
- Taking orders for food and drinks and passing orders to kitchen or bar staff
- Serving food and beverages to clients at tables
- Clearing tables and returning dishes and cutlery to the kitchen
- Presenting bills, accepting payment and operating point-of-sales machines and cash registers
