Waiters and Waitresses in Florida
Waiters and waitresses take customer orders and serve food and beverages at tables in restaurants, cafes, and other dining establishments. They interact with patrons throughout meals, manage tables, and coordinate with kitchen and bar staff to ensure timely delivery of orders. In Florida the median pay is $36,150 a year, 3% above the national median of $35,230.
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Who is hiring in Florida
Openings in Florida and remote
- Waitstaff · Commander, Navy Installations Command · Mayport, Florida · $18.23–$21.27
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What it takes
Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training). Most hold a high school diploma.
Skills that matter most
Knowledge areas
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Licenses and training in Florida
Waiters and Waitresses pay in other states
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O*NET-SOC 35-3031.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Florida, annual.