Waiter Jobs in Texas
Waiter jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in the state's thriving restaurant, hospitality, and entertainment sectors, with openings at every level from first-time servers to experienced fine-dining professionals. The highest volume of hiring is in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where large hospitality groups and established names like Darden Restaurants, Landry's Seafood, and The Cheesecake Factory maintain a lasting presence across dozens of locations. The most in-demand specialties are fine dining service, high-volume casual dining, and banquet and event service. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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A career at Cinemark means you'll have epic opportunities to immerse yourself in our industry. But that's just the beginning — a front row seat means incredible growth as you bring new ideas to life to create an unforgettable experience for movie lovers worldwide.
Role Summary:
As a Server, you will greet Guests through engaging interaction, make thoughtful menu suggestions, have superior menu knowledge, and deliver quick and timely service. The server role provides a vital link between our Guests and the kitchen staff.
Responsibilities:
The essential duties and responsibilities of a Server include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Greet Guests with a smile in a timely and professional manner
- Possess full knowledge of bar and menu items in a fast-paced environment to enhance the Guest experience
- Accurately records food and beverage orders from Guests in a timely manner
- Verifies identification to confirm Guests are at least 21 years of age for all alcohol transactions
- Ensures that alcohol is consumed in designated areas only
- Seats Guests when applicable
- Consistently use suggestive selling techniques
- Collaborates with kitchen team to ensure that food orders are accurate
- Deliver food and beverage orders within established time frames
- Consistently wipes down and sanitizes Employee and Guest high-contact areas
- Properly utilizes Personal Protective Equipment while completing position specific tasks
- Adapts to the frequency and scope of required cleaning tasks
- Monitors safety and security issues (trip hazards, lighting, suspicious persons, etc.) and reports to management
- Performs other work-related duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Proof of age (Associates who will be serving, pouring, or mixing alcoholic beverages will need to be 18 and in some states 21)
- Completes basic food handling training and obtains any local or state mandated certification, health card, or food handlers permit where required
- Team Members who work with alcohol are required to complete a Safe Alcohol Service training program
- Prior serving or bar experience in a full-service restaurant preferred
- Availability to work flexible hours which include evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Requires regular and consistent attendance
- Has an energetic and friendly attitude during each shift
- Provides excellent Guest service
- Accurate cash handling and basic math skills
- Interpersonal skills include the ability to communicate (verbal and written) with all ages, genders, and personalities. Must be able to effectively and regularly converse in and comprehend English
- Ability to work in a team environment and independently
- Ability to take and follow direction
- Responds with a sense of urgency
Physical and Environmental Requirements:
- Frequent bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Frequent standing, walking and reaching around the theater.
- Noise level may be moderate to high at times.
- Be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.
Benefits Available:
At Cinemark, we believe every team member should feel like a hero. Each career comes with a variety of blockbuster benefits for both hourly and salaried team members.
- Employee Discount
- 401(k) Matching*
- Growth Opportunities
- Education Assistance*
- Health Benefits*
- Parental Leave*
- Paid Time Off*
- Daily Pay*
- Free Movies*
*Benefits may vary by career category, so be sure to check the specific details on our career site.
DISCLAIMER: This job description is intended only as a general guideline of your duties and responsibilities at Cinemark and is not a legally binding contract. Cinemark reserves the right to amend, change or terminate the job description, as it deems appropriate. Any change amendments, or modifications may be implemented even though they have not been communicated, reprinted or substituted in this job description.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All Cinemark theatres are designated smoke-free workplaces. This includes vapor, electronic, conventional, cigars, etc.
Cinemark is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Join Our Team:
A career at Cinemark means you'll have epic opportunities to immerse yourself in our industry. But that's just the beginning — a front row seat means incredible growth as you bring new ideas to life to create an unforgettable experience for movie lovers worldwide.
Role Summary:
As a Server, you will greet Guests through engaging interaction, make thoughtful menu suggestions, have superior menu knowledge, and deliver quick and timely service. The server role provides a vital link between our Guests and the kitchen staff.
Responsibilities:
The essential duties and responsibilities of a Server include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Greet Guests with a smile in a timely and professional manner
- Possess full knowledge of bar and menu items in a fast-paced environment to enhance the Guest experience
- Accurately records food and beverage orders from Guests in a timely manner
- Verifies identification to confirm Guests are at least 21 years of age for all alcohol transactions
- Ensures that alcohol is consumed in designated areas only
- Seats Guests when applicable
- Consistently use suggestive selling techniques
- Collaborates with kitchen team to ensure that food orders are accurate
- Deliver food and beverage orders within established time frames
- Consistently wipes down and sanitizes Employee and Guest high-contact areas
- Properly utilizes Personal Protective Equipment while completing position specific tasks
- Adapts to the frequency and scope of required cleaning tasks
- Monitors safety and security issues (trip hazards, lighting, suspicious persons, etc.) and reports to management
- Performs other work-related duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Proof of age (Associates who will be serving, pouring, or mixing alcoholic beverages will need to be 18 and in some states 21)
- Completes basic food handling training and obtains any local or state mandated certification, health card, or food handlers permit where required
- Team Members who work with alcohol are required to complete a Safe Alcohol Service training program
- Prior serving or bar experience in a full-service restaurant preferred
- Availability to work flexible hours which include evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Requires regular and consistent attendance
- Has an energetic and friendly attitude during each shift
- Provides excellent Guest service
- Accurate cash handling and basic math skills
- Interpersonal skills include the ability to communicate (verbal and written) with all ages, genders, and personalities. Must be able to effectively and regularly converse in and comprehend English
- Ability to work in a team environment and independently
- Ability to take and follow direction
- Responds with a sense of urgency
Physical and Environmental Requirements:
- Frequent bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Frequent standing, walking and reaching around the theater.
- Noise level may be moderate to high at times.
- Be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.
Benefits Available:
At Cinemark, we believe every team member should feel like a hero. Each career comes with a variety of blockbuster benefits for both hourly and salaried team members.
- Employee Discount
- 401(k) Matching*
- Growth Opportunities
- Education Assistance*
- Health Benefits*
- Parental Leave*
- Paid Time Off*
- Daily Pay*
- Free Movies*
*Benefits may vary by career category, so be sure to check the specific details on our career site.
DISCLAIMER: This job description is intended only as a general guideline of your duties and responsibilities at Cinemark and is not a legally binding contract. Cinemark reserves the right to amend, change or terminate the job description, as it deems appropriate. Any change amendments, or modifications may be implemented even though they have not been communicated, reprinted or substituted in this job description.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All Cinemark theatres are designated smoke-free workplaces. This includes vapor, electronic, conventional, cigars, etc.
Cinemark is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Waiter Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Garver34
- HDR16
- Freese and Nichols15
- Arcadis11
- SMS InfoComm Corporation10
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services145
- Construction & Real Estate51
- Technology & Software29
- Healthcare & Medical Services15
- Manufacturing14
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in waiter jobs across Texas.
- Holds a valid Texas Food Handler certification from a state-approved provider
- Minimum one year of table service experience in a comparable restaurant environment
- Strong knowledge of food and beverage menus including wine and cocktail pairings
- Ability to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and major holidays
- Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills in a fast-paced environment
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and carry multiple plates safely
Waiter Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a waiter in Texas?
To work as a waiter in Texas, you must complete a state-approved food handler training course and obtain your Texas Food Handler certification, which is required by the Texas Department of State Health Services. Most employers also expect a high school diploma or equivalent. Beyond certification, gaining experience in entry-level front-of-house roles such as host, busser, or food runner is the most common path into a server position in Texas.
How much do waiters make in Texas?
Waiters in Texas earn a median of about $23,240 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $17,070 for the lowest 10% to over $47,590 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire waiters in Texas?
Employers hiring waiters in Texas right now include Garver, HDR, and Freese and Nichols, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large urban restaurant markets and tourism-driven cities mean major hospitality groups and independent fine-dining establishments alike maintain consistent year-round hiring across the state.
Which Texas cities have the most waiter jobs?
Austin, Dallas, and Houston have the most waiter job openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas drive the highest volume thanks to their large and diverse restaurant scenes, major convention activity, and dense populations, while San Antonio's robust tourism industry and River Walk hospitality corridor sustain steady demand for experienced servers.
Are there remote waiter jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 17% of waiter openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the fundamentally in-person nature of table service work. The small share of remote-adjacent roles tends to be in virtual hospitality training, restaurant consulting, or catering coordination rather than traditional floor service.
How can I get hired as a waiter in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a busser, food runner, or host at a full-service Texas restaurant and moving into a server role once you know the floor and the menu. Large Texas hospitality groups like Landry's and Darden Restaurants regularly hire for these stepping-stone positions, which are designed to develop new staff into servers. Completing your Texas Food Handler certification before applying demonstrates readiness and gives you an edge over candidates who still need to complete it.
Where can I find and apply to waiter jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to waiter jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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