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Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers

Median Salary
31,180
Job Outlook
+5%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

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.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

75%

State and local government

17%

Private not for profit

5%

Self-employed

2%

Federal Government

1%

What is the job outlook?

Overall employment of food and beverage serving and related workers is projected to grow 5 percent from 2023 to 2033, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 1,172,600 openings for food and beverage serving and related workers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$20,130

10%

$31,180

Median

$38,890

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    74%

  • Less than high school

    22%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    2%

  • Associate's degree

    1%

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Food Production
  • English Language
  • Administration and Management
  • Sales and Marketing

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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