Server Jobs in California
Server jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in full-service restaurants, hotel food and beverage outlets, and upscale hospitality venues that thrive in a state with year-round tourism and a deeply embedded dining culture. The heaviest hiring happens in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where established operators like Darden Restaurants, Marriott International, and Hilton Hotels & Resorts maintain large, ongoing server workforces. The most consistent openings are in fine dining, casual full-service, and hotel banquet service. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Curry Hyuga Valencia is seeking a reliable, attentive server to deliver excellent guest experiences. Responsibilities include greeting and seating guests, offering menu recommendations, taking and delivering food/beverage orders (carrying trays), and clearing tables.
Compensation:
- $19.61/hr + 50% tips during Trial-Training (1-2 weeks, depending on performance)
- $19.61/hr + 100% tips after finish Trial-Training
Benefits:
- SFMRA your choice of health related expense
- Paid training
- Employee meal
- Employee discount
Hiring Hours:
- Monday : 3pm - 9:45pm
- Tuesday: 3pm - 9:45pm
- Saturday : 4pm - 9pm
- Sunday: 4pm - 9pm
Key Qualifications:
- Strong multitasking skills and ability to problem-solve in a team environment
- Excellent people skills: friendly, courteous, patient, and positive
- Commitment to guest satisfaction and high-quality service
Responsibilities
- Greeting, seating, and escorting guests.
- Providing menu recommendations and additional information.
- Upselling additional products when appropriate.
- Checking ID's to prevent minors from ordering alcoholic beverages.
- Taking orders using handheld POS device
- Communicating order details to the kitchen staff.
- Delivering food and beverages in a timely fashion.
- Delivering checks and collecting bill payments.
- Cleaning and maintaining the appearance of tables and tableware.
- Providing exceptional customer experience.
Server Job Requirements
- Prior experience as a waiter/waitress is a plus, but we can train you.
- Must showcase teamwork and communication skills.
- Food Handler's certificate
- RBS certificate
Pay: From $19.61 per hour
Expected hours: 22.5 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Food provided
- Paid sick time
- Paid training
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Server: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- California Food Handler Card (Preferred)
- RBS Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- San Francisco, CA 94110 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Server Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- Ivy Living10
- Chuck E. Cheese9
- Marriott International8
- Hilton5
- Lucky Strike Entertainment5
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in server jobs across California.
- California Food Handler Card required within 30 days of hire
- Responsible Beverage Service training certification preferred or required by employer
- Prior table service experience in a full-service restaurant setting
- Ability to stand, walk, and carry trays for full shifts in a fast-paced environment
- Working knowledge of point-of-sale systems used in California restaurant operations
- Strong communication skills and ability to serve diverse, multilingual California guests
Server Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a server in California?
Becoming a server in California starts with obtaining a California Food Handler Card, which state law requires most food service employees to get within 30 days of starting work. Cards are issued through California Department of Public Health-approved online providers. No formal degree is required. Many employers also require or strongly prefer a Responsible Beverage Service certification for servers who handle alcohol. Most entry-level positions train on the job once those credentials are in place.
Which companies hire servers in California?
Employers hiring servers in California right now include Ivy Living, Chuck E. Cheese, and Marriott International, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's hospitality sector is large enough that both national chains and independently owned fine-dining restaurants maintain consistent server openings throughout the year.
Which California cities have the most server jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Jose account for the largest share of server openings in California. Los Angeles drives volume through its density of full-service restaurants, hotel food and beverage programs, and entertainment-venue dining, while San Francisco and San Diego generate steady demand from tourism, convention business, and a robust local dining culture that supports high server turnover and consistent hiring.
Are there remote server jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Serving is a hands-on, in-person role by nature, so nearly all positions require physical presence on the floor. About 7% of server openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles tend to involve supervisory or training functions rather than traditional table service. Most openings expect servers to work on-site at restaurants, hotels, or event venues.
How can I get hired as a server in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to casual full-service chains and hotel food and beverage outlets, which regularly hire candidates without prior serving experience and provide structured on-the-job training. Starting as a busser, food runner, or host at a California restaurant is a common way to build familiarity with service workflows and step into a server role internally. Obtaining your California Food Handler Card and a Responsible Beverage Service certification before applying signals readiness and removes a barrier many employers cite when screening candidates with no prior service history.
Where can I find and apply to server jobs in California?
You can find and apply to server jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across restaurants, hotels, and hospitality venues statewide. Search the listings, find roles that fit your availability and experience level, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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