Waiter Jobs in Indiana

Waiter jobs in Indiana concentrate in the state's restaurant, hospitality, and entertainment sectors, with steady demand from casual dining chains, independent restaurants, and hotel food and beverage operations at every level from entry-level floor staff to experienced fine-dining servers. Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Bloomington are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers like Marriott, Darden Restaurants, and Bloomington's thriving independent dining scene. The most in-demand specialties are banquet service, upscale dining, and high-volume casual restaurant work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles65
Top employerFirst Watch
Top cityIndianapolis, IN
Cities hiring29
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Buffalo Wild Wings
Server
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Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
Clarksville, Indiana
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
10,000+

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TravelCenters of America
Server / Cashier - PT
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Server / Cashier - PT
TravelCenters of America
Brazil, Indiana
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$2.13 - $2.35/hr
10,000+

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Server
Les cafe pancake house
Highland, Indiana
Customer Service
Food Service
Hospitality Management
$22.86 - $27.53/hr
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First Watch
Server
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Server
First Watch
Noblesville, Indiana
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
10,000+

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Five Star Senior Living
Dietary Server
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Dietary Server
Five Star Senior Living
Bloomington, Indiana
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$12.5 - $13.5/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Waiter Jobs by City in Indiana

Where Indiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Indianapolis
15 jobs
Noblesville
6 jobs
Carmel
5 jobs
Fort Wayne
4 jobs
Fishers
3 jobs
Greenwood
3 jobs
Avon
2 jobs
Columbus
2 jobs
Evansville
2 jobs

Waiter Job Market in Indiana

A snapshot from current Indiana openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

First Watch
First Watch5 open roles
Buffalo Wild Wings
Buffalo Wild Wings3 open roles
VIDA
VIDA2 open roles

What Indiana Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in waiter jobs across Indiana.

  • Proof of age and valid Indiana food handler certification or equivalent local permit
  • One or more years of table service experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting
  • Responsible beverage service training such as TIPS or ServSafe Alcohol certification
  • Ability to work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and major holidays
  • Strong knowledge of food menus, allergen awareness, and point-of-sale systems
  • Professional verbal communication skills and a calm, attentive demeanor under pressure

Waiter Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a waiter in Indiana?

Indiana does not require a state-issued license to work as a waiter, but most employers expect a food handler certificate and responsible alcohol service training before your first shift. Local health departments in Marion County, Allen County, and Monroe County each issue food handler cards, and many employers accept ServSafe or TIPS certification as proof of alcohol training. Completing these credentials before applying puts you ahead of most candidates.

Which companies hire waiters in Indiana?

Indiana waiter roles are posted by First Watch, Buffalo Wild Wings, and VIDA and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Indiana's mix of national dining chains, hotel food and beverage outlets, and a growing independent restaurant scene in Indianapolis and Bloomington means openings appear consistently throughout the year.

Which Indiana cities have the most waiter jobs?

Indianapolis, Noblesville, and Carmel have the most waiter openings in Indiana. Indianapolis drives the largest share because of its dense restaurant corridor, convention hotel market, and sports and entertainment venues, while Fort Wayne and Bloomington generate steady volume through their established dining districts and large university-area hospitality operations.

Are there remote waiter jobs in Indiana?

Yes, but they're rare. Waiter work is by nature an in-person, hands-on role tied to a physical dining room or banquet space. About 0% of waiter openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those exceptions are typically limited to catering coordination or food service management roles with an administrative component.

How can I get hired as a waiter in Indiana with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a busser, food runner, or host position at a casual dining restaurant and moving into a server role once you learn the floor. Large Indiana employers like Darden-operated chains and Marriott hotel restaurants regularly promote from within and provide on-the-job training. Earning a ServSafe food handler card before you apply signals commitment and satisfies most employers' baseline requirement even without prior table service experience.

Where can I find and apply to waiter jobs in Indiana?

You can find and apply to waiter jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Search the listings for roles that match your availability, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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