Server Jobs

Server jobs are open across restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and event venues, at every level from entry-level to lead and head server, with specializations in fine dining, banquet service, and bar service. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles3,173+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerMarriott International
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type95% On-site
Top industryFood

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Black Bear Diner
Server
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Black Bear Diner
New 4h ago
Server
Black Bear Diner
Puyallup, Washington
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
On-Site
Food Handler Certification
1,001-5,000

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Lead Server
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New 6h ago
Lead Server
Milwaukee Brunch
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
On-Site

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New Lounge Opening in Dumbo - Server
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New 6h ago
New Lounge Opening in Dumbo - Server
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Brooklyn, New York
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$21 - $25/hr
On-Site

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TPC Network
Banquet Server (Part-Time)
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TPC Network
New 6h ago
Banquet Server (Part-Time)
TPC Network
San Francisco, California
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED

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Restaurant Server
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New 7h ago
Restaurant Server
Ozen Sushi
Fullerton, California
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$16.9 - $17.5/hr
On-Site

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Server Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Marriott International
    Marriott International60
  • G
    Grimaldi's Pizzeria54
  • B
    Buffalo Wild Wings38
  • F
    First Watch35
  • L
    LCB Senior Living35

Top Industries Hiring

  • Food & Beverage13
  • Technology & Software10
  • Retail3
  • Consulting & Professional Services3

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in server jobs.

  • One or more years of experience in a full-service or fine dining environment
  • Valid food handler certification or food safety manager card
  • State-issued alcohol service certification such as TIPS or ServSafe Alcohol
  • Ability to carry multiple plates and stand for full shifts of six or more hours
  • Familiarity with point-of-sale systems used in restaurant and hotel settings
  • Strong knowledge of menu items, allergens, and beverage pairings including wine and spirits

Tips for Your Server Job Search

Tailor your resume to service style

Fine dining, fast casual, and banquet service each have distinct expectations. Highlight the specific setting you've worked in, the average cover count you handled per shift, and any prix fixe or tasting menu experience if you're targeting upscale roles.

List your certifications by state

Food handler permits and alcohol service certifications vary by state. Name the exact certification you hold and the state it was issued in. Employers hiring across locations want to know immediately whether your credentials transfer or need renewal.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists server openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by shift type first

Server roles are split between lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, and event-only shifts. Targeting openings that match your available hours saves time and signals to hiring managers that you understand the role's scheduling demands from day one.

Prepare a side-work and upselling example

Interviewers at full-service restaurants routinely ask how you handle table turns, suggestive selling, and pre-shift setup. Rehearse one specific example where you recommended a menu item or wine pairing that increased a table's check average.

Follow up within two days of a trial shift

Many restaurants require a working interview before extending an offer. Send a brief, direct follow-up the day after your trial shift to confirm your interest and address anything the manager mentioned. Most candidates skip this step entirely.

Server Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most servers?

The companies hiring the most servers right now include Marriott International, Grimaldi's Pizzeria, and Buffalo Wild Wings, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hotel groups and large casual dining chains tend to post the highest volume of openings at any given time.

How many server jobs are remote?

About 5% of server openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and nearly all of those are in adjacent roles rather than traditional table service. Positions in virtual food and beverage consulting, menu development, or hospitality training coordination are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.

How do you become a server?

Start by completing a state-required food handler course and, if you plan to serve alcohol, an alcohol service certification program. Apply to entry-level or support roles such as busser or food runner to learn floor operations. Once hired as a server, shadow experienced staff, memorize the menu in depth, and practice point-of-sale systems before your first solo shift.

How do you get hired as a server with little or no experience?

Apply to fast casual or high-volume casual dining restaurants, which typically train new hires from scratch and value reliability over a deep resume. Emphasize customer-facing experience from any context, your availability during peak dining hours, and a working knowledge of basic food safety. A willingness to start as a busser or host often leads to a server position within a few weeks.

What does the server interview process look like?

Most restaurants begin with a brief phone or in-person screening to confirm your availability and certifications. A face-to-face interview with the floor manager or general manager follows, covering your service experience, how you handle difficult guests, and your menu knowledge approach. Many full-service and fine dining establishments then require a paid or unpaid trial shift before making a final offer.

Where can I find and apply to server jobs?

You can find and apply to server jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your experience, preferred service style, and location, then apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.

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