Waiter Jobs in Virginia
Waiter jobs in Virginia are consistently active, with strong demand across the state's restaurant industry, hotel food and beverage operations, and upscale dining scenes tied to tourism and government hospitality. The busiest hiring metros are Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Virginia Beach, where employers like Hilton, Marriott, and The Ritz-Carlton maintain long-term operations. The most sought-after specialties are fine dining service, banquet and event service, and brunch and weekend shift coverage. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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JOB RESPONSIBILTIES:
- Be in proper uniform, with a nametag.
- Always maintain positive guest relations and maintain guest confidentiality. Work to resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Greet guests and take their orders (food and beverage), utilizing suggestive up selling techniques.
- Maintain knowledge of all hotel features/services, hours of operation, special packages and promotions, daily house count and expected arrivals and departures and scheduled daily group activities.
- Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended. Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas.
- Maintain complete knowledge of and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons and drunk driving.
- Prepare all drink orders for guests according to outlet recipes.
- Assist Barbacks and Cocktail Servers in their job functions to ensure smooth and efficient service to guests.
- Prepare consumption report promptly according to specified procedures; Legibly complete bottle transfer slips and distribute accurately; Legibly document designated items on the spill sheet.
- Use all chemicals in accordance with OSHA regulations and hotel requirements.
- Maintain complete knowledge of all menu items, liquor brands, beers and nonalcoholic selections available in the assigned outlet.
- Maintain knowledge of the characteristics and description of every wine, champagne by the glass and major wines on the wine list.
- Maintain complete knowledge of designated glassware, ingredients, preparation method and garnishes for each drink.
- Maintain complete knowledge of table, seat, station numbers, room capacity, hours of operation, menus, price range and dress code of assigned outlet.
- Assist with weekly, monthly, quarterly inventories.
- Obtain method of payment from guests (credit or cash) and maintain and secure a cash bank to perform job functions. Process all payments according to established hotel requirements, and Commonwealth Lodging
- Management cash handling S.O.P.’s
- Assists in handling emergencies to protect our guests and associates and preserve the building and its systems during the emergency. Must act as quickly and responsibly as possible to return the building to its normal operating status.
- Complete opening, closing and side duties as assigned
- Responsible for knowing and abiding by all department, Commonwealth Lodging Management and hotel policies and procedures. As well as the brand standards, policies and procedures.
- This job description is not intended to provide a complete and comprehensive list of all job duties, requirements and responsibilities. Instead, it is provided as a general overview of the expectations for the position
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages
- Exert physical effort in lifting and transporting at least 50 pounds. Push or pull carts and other equipment up to 150 pounds.
- Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas.
- Work environment includes restaurant, and all areas of the hotel. Job involves working under variable temperature conditions and noise levels, in indoor and outdoor settings
- Must be able to stand and exert well paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length.
- Employees must wear flat, closed toe nonslip shoes
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) or Work Equivalent
- Certification in an alcohol awareness program.
- Computer skills required. Familiarity with Microsoft Office and experience with food & beverage point of sale system is preferred
- Good understanding of the English language and communication skills both written and verbal.
- A minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience in food and beverage is preferred.
- Previous cash handling experience is preferred and previous training in liquor, wine and food service.
- Prefer previous guest customer relations training.
JOB RESPONSIBILTIES:
- Be in proper uniform, with a nametag.
- Always maintain positive guest relations and maintain guest confidentiality. Work to resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Greet guests and take their orders (food and beverage), utilizing suggestive up selling techniques.
- Maintain knowledge of all hotel features/services, hours of operation, special packages and promotions, daily house count and expected arrivals and departures and scheduled daily group activities.
- Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended. Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas.
- Maintain complete knowledge of and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons and drunk driving.
- Prepare all drink orders for guests according to outlet recipes.
- Assist Barbacks and Cocktail Servers in their job functions to ensure smooth and efficient service to guests.
- Prepare consumption report promptly according to specified procedures; Legibly complete bottle transfer slips and distribute accurately; Legibly document designated items on the spill sheet.
- Use all chemicals in accordance with OSHA regulations and hotel requirements.
- Maintain complete knowledge of all menu items, liquor brands, beers and nonalcoholic selections available in the assigned outlet.
- Maintain knowledge of the characteristics and description of every wine, champagne by the glass and major wines on the wine list.
- Maintain complete knowledge of designated glassware, ingredients, preparation method and garnishes for each drink.
- Maintain complete knowledge of table, seat, station numbers, room capacity, hours of operation, menus, price range and dress code of assigned outlet.
- Assist with weekly, monthly, quarterly inventories.
- Obtain method of payment from guests (credit or cash) and maintain and secure a cash bank to perform job functions. Process all payments according to established hotel requirements, and Commonwealth Lodging
- Management cash handling S.O.P.’s
- Assists in handling emergencies to protect our guests and associates and preserve the building and its systems during the emergency. Must act as quickly and responsibly as possible to return the building to its normal operating status.
- Complete opening, closing and side duties as assigned
- Responsible for knowing and abiding by all department, Commonwealth Lodging Management and hotel policies and procedures. As well as the brand standards, policies and procedures.
- This job description is not intended to provide a complete and comprehensive list of all job duties, requirements and responsibilities. Instead, it is provided as a general overview of the expectations for the position
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages
- Exert physical effort in lifting and transporting at least 50 pounds. Push or pull carts and other equipment up to 150 pounds.
- Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas.
- Work environment includes restaurant, and all areas of the hotel. Job involves working under variable temperature conditions and noise levels, in indoor and outdoor settings
- Must be able to stand and exert well paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length.
- Employees must wear flat, closed toe nonslip shoes
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) or Work Equivalent
- Certification in an alcohol awareness program.
- Computer skills required. Familiarity with Microsoft Office and experience with food & beverage point of sale system is preferred
- Good understanding of the English language and communication skills both written and verbal.
- A minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience in food and beverage is preferred.
- Previous cash handling experience is preferred and previous training in liquor, wine and food service.
- Prefer previous guest customer relations training.
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in waiter jobs across Virginia.
- Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control Authority-compliant alcohol service training required
- Prior table service experience in a full-service restaurant or hotel dining room
- Ability to carry multiple plates and stand for extended periods during full shifts
- Familiarity with point-of-sale systems such as Toast, Aloha, or Micros
- Strong knowledge of menu items, allergens, and daily specials for guest inquiries
- Availability for evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts as scheduled by management
Waiter Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a waiter in Virginia?
Virginia does not require a state license to work as a waiter, but alcohol service training is a practical requirement at most full-service restaurants. Many Virginia employers require completion of a responsible beverage service course recognized by the Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control Authority before you serve alcohol. Beyond that, hiring managers look for prior front-of-house experience, food handler knowledge, and familiarity with table service standards at the level of the restaurant.
Which companies hire waiters in Virginia?
Virginia waiter roles are posted by First Watch, Glory Days Grill, and Ruby Tuesday and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's mix of full-service hotel dining, independent fine dining, and high-volume tourist destinations in areas like Virginia Beach and Old Town Alexandria keeps a broad range of employers posting consistently throughout the year.
Which Virginia cities have the most waiter jobs?
Richmond, Virginia Beach, and Arlington have the most waiter openings in Virginia right now. Northern Virginia's concentration of hotels, upscale restaurants, and event venues tied to the Washington D.C. corridor drives the largest volume, while Richmond's growing independent dining scene and Virginia Beach's year-round tourism industry sustain steady openings in those markets.
Are there remote waiter jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. About 4% of waiter openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of table service work. The small share of flexible roles tends to involve catering coordination, private dining event planning, or hospitality training positions rather than traditional floor service.
How can I get hired as a waiter in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a host, food runner, or busser at a full-service restaurant in Richmond, Northern Virginia, or Virginia Beach, then moving into a server role once you know the floor. Large hotel groups operating in Virginia, including properties affiliated with Hilton and Marriott, run internal promotion tracks that move front-of-house support staff into server positions. Completing an alcohol service training course recognized by the Virginia ABC Authority before you apply gives you a concrete credential that most Virginia managers look for before putting someone on the floor.
Where can I find and apply to waiter jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to waiter jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and availability, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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