Waiter Jobs in Pennsylvania
Waiter jobs in Pennsylvania concentrate in the state's restaurant, hospitality, and tourism sectors, with steady demand from casual dining chains, upscale independent restaurants, and hotel food and beverage operations across Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown. Large employers with a consistent hiring presence include Aramark, which is headquartered in Philadelphia, along with Darden Restaurants and Marriott properties throughout the state. The most in-demand specialties are fine dining service, banquet and event waitstaff, and high-volume casual dining. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
Find Waiter JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 169+ Waiter jobs
Status/Shift: Part Time Evening
Rotating Weekends and Holidays
Presbyterian Senior Living is a mission-driven organization that lives our values of integrity, mutual respect, creative curiosity and connectedness in all that we do. Our legacy of serving more than 6,000 older adults with respect and dignity for over 95 years supports our mission to promote wholeness of body, mind and spirit for all that live within our communities.
If you are compassionate, driven and enjoy working with an organization that is committed to valuing the diversity of all team members, one that offers a variety of schedules, career development, excellent benefit options, and more; PSL is for you! Whether you are a nurse, caregiver, culinary professional, maintenance worker or looking for a new career, we offer a wide range of career opportunities to fit your skills and interest.
The Dining Room Server is responsible for preparing dining areas for meals, serving food in a timely manner. This position also assists with the cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen and dining area in addition to kitchenware and equipment.
Qualifications:
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to read and write
- Ability to work independently or as a team
- Excellent customer services skills
- Prepare dining areas for meals; this may include setting tables with dinnerware and decoration.
- Serve accurate and attractive meals in a timely manner.
- Ensure proper food temperature when serving.
- Communicate with and respond to customer meal requests.
- Obtain meal orders.
- Monitor and maintain proper levels of supplies and food items in work areas and dining rooms.
- May observe and report changes in residents dining habits to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
- Maintain adequate cleanliness of dining services equipment and work area.
- Ensure proper storage of food items according to policy.
- May operate dishwasher when appropriate.
Status/Shift: Part Time Evening
Rotating Weekends and Holidays
Presbyterian Senior Living is a mission-driven organization that lives our values of integrity, mutual respect, creative curiosity and connectedness in all that we do. Our legacy of serving more than 6,000 older adults with respect and dignity for over 95 years supports our mission to promote wholeness of body, mind and spirit for all that live within our communities.
If you are compassionate, driven and enjoy working with an organization that is committed to valuing the diversity of all team members, one that offers a variety of schedules, career development, excellent benefit options, and more; PSL is for you! Whether you are a nurse, caregiver, culinary professional, maintenance worker or looking for a new career, we offer a wide range of career opportunities to fit your skills and interest.
The Dining Room Server is responsible for preparing dining areas for meals, serving food in a timely manner. This position also assists with the cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen and dining area in addition to kitchenware and equipment.
Qualifications:
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to read and write
- Ability to work independently or as a team
- Excellent customer services skills
- Prepare dining areas for meals; this may include setting tables with dinnerware and decoration.
- Serve accurate and attractive meals in a timely manner.
- Ensure proper food temperature when serving.
- Communicate with and respond to customer meal requests.
- Obtain meal orders.
- Monitor and maintain proper levels of supplies and food items in work areas and dining rooms.
- May observe and report changes in residents dining habits to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
- Maintain adequate cleanliness of dining services equipment and work area.
- Ensure proper storage of food items according to policy.
- May operate dishwasher when appropriate.
See All 169+ Waiter Jobs in Pennsylvania
Find roles in Pennsylvania that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Waiter JobsWaiter Jobs by City in Pennsylvania
Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Waiter Job Market in Pennsylvania
A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- First Watch10
- The Rose4
- Buffalo Wild Wings4
- Perkins Restaurants & Bakery4
- HHM Hotels3
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in waiter jobs across Pennsylvania.
- RAMP-certified server training recognized by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board preferred
- Previous table service experience in a full-service restaurant setting
- Ability to memorize menus, daily specials, and allergen information accurately
- Strong multitasking skills during high-volume meal periods and weekend rushes
- Reliable availability for evenings, weekends, and Pennsylvania holiday dining peaks
- Familiarity with point-of-sale systems used in Pennsylvania restaurant operations
Waiter Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a waiter in Pennsylvania?
Most Pennsylvania restaurants hire waiters without a mandatory state license, but completing Responsible Alcohol Management Program training through the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board gives you a strong advantage and is required or preferred by many employers. Beyond that, the typical path is starting as a host, busser, or food runner at a Pennsylvania restaurant, building table service skills, and moving into a waiter role. A food handler certification, while not legally required statewide, is commonly requested by larger operations.
Which companies hire waiters in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring waiters in Pennsylvania right now include First Watch, The Rose, and Buffalo Wild Wings, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of hotel groups, convention centers, and large casual dining chains means hiring tends to be steady year-round, with seasonal peaks around Philadelphia's tourism season and Pittsburgh's event calendar.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most waiter jobs?
Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and West Chester lead Pennsylvania for waiter openings. Philadelphia drives the largest share thanks to its dense restaurant corridor, major hotel properties, and convention center traffic, while Pittsburgh's growing dining scene and Allentown's expanding hospitality sector account for significant activity in their respective regions.
Are there remote waiter jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. Waiter work is inherently hands-on and on-site, so the role does not lend itself to remote arrangements. About 0% of waiter openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those postings typically involve virtual hospitality coordination or catering sales support rather than traditional table service.
How can I get hired as a waiter in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is applying for a host, busser, or food runner position at a Pennsylvania casual dining or hotel restaurant, where managers regularly promote from within. Large Pennsylvania employers such as Aramark and major hotel food and beverage departments run structured onboarding programs that train new hires from the ground up. Completing RAMP alcohol service training through the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board before applying signals readiness and gives candidates without prior table experience a concrete credential to highlight.
Where can I find and apply to waiter jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to waiter jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, and beyond. Find roles that fit your availability and experience level and apply directly to the employers posting them.
See All 169+ Waiter Jobs in Pennsylvania
Find roles in Pennsylvania that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Waiter Jobs