Hospitality & Food · Richmond, VA

Server jobs in Richmond, VA

Servers guide guests through the menu, take and deliver orders accurately, time courses with the kitchen, and turn tables while keeping service warm and unhurried.

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$12–$31/hr
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$41k
Median, full-time
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Server / Wait Staff (VA)

Waffle House, Inc. · Richmond, VA · Full-time
$11.79 - $12.79 per hour

range posted above. Join the Waffle House Family – Now Hiring Servers! At Waffle House, we're not just in the food business—we're... ...industry-leading training, you can earn more than at similar restaurants. ✅ Comprehe…

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Bartender

Southern Kitchen Restaurant · Richmond, VA · Full-time, Part-time

Urgent Hiring: Experienced Bartender at Southern Kitchen Restaurant! Are you a skilled Bartender who thrives in a fast-paced environment... ...in a fast-paced environment Communicate effectively with servers, kitchen sta…

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Starbucks Barista - Lifeworks

Aramark · Richmond, VA
$16 - $17 per hour

LifeWorks is the premiere division of business dining in Aramark. We are contracted to our clients as the on-site customized restaurant group with the most inspirational service culture in the industry. We Inspire Life a…

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Server

WOB Bar & Kitchen · Richmond, VA

Summary: We are seeking a professional and experienced restaurant server to join our team at WOB Bar & Kitchen! The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service skills, a positive demeanor, and the ability to wor…

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Banquet Server

White Lodging · Richmond, VA

and beverage industry! White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality busin…

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Banquet Bartender

White Lodging · Richmond, VA

beverage industry! Who We Are White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning premium hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country's most dynamic cities. We know that the hospitality busi…

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Restaurant Server

Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown · Richmond, VA · Full-time

Delta by Marriott Richmond Downtown. Part of SMI Hotel Group, the Delta by Marriott is seeking energetic, enthusiastic Breakfast/Lunch Servers to join our team. Benefits * Health, dental and vision insurance (full-time e…

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Server

Lakewood Retirement Community-LifeSpire · Richmond, VA · Full-time

PART-TIME AND FULL-TIME AVAILABLE Title: Server Must be 16 years or older to apply Join Us in Empowering Purposeful Living At the heart of everything we do is a powerful mission: Empowering individuals with choices in pu…

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Server

Discovery Village at the West End – IL · Richmond, VA

tools to build a meaningful and rewarding career. Discover You Purpose with us at Discovery Villages at the West End. As a Server , you’ll play an important role in creating a warm, welcoming dining experience for our re…

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Dunkin Barista Lead- Lifeworks

Aramark · Richmond, VA
$18 - $20 per hour

LifeWorks is the premiere division of business dining in Aramark. We are contracted to our clients as the on-site customized restaurant group with the most inspirational service culture in the industry. We Inspire Life a…

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$17 - $19 per hour

Serving others prepares you to lead others. As a Server on our team, you’ll master the art of creating an awesome customer experience. You’ll be responsible for taking orders, serving food and drinks, and making unforget…

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What servers earn in Richmond

Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives

ExperienceHourlyAnnual, full-time
Entry level $12–$17 $26k–$36k
Mid level $16–$23 $34k–$48k
Senior $22–$31 $45k–$64k

Adjusted for the Richmond market from national ranges.

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What employers ask for

The skills these listings keep naming

Menu and allergen knowledgeOrder accuracyPOS systemsTiming and table managementUpselling naturallyConflict resolutionTeamwork with kitchen and barStamina and composure
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Interview questions worth rehearsing

With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for

A guest's entree comes out wrong on a busy night. Walk me through what you do.

Apologize once, get the fix moving immediately, keep the rest of the table eating comfortably, and loop in a manager if it merits a comp. Recovery, not blame.

How do you manage a full section when everything hits at once?

Talk about consolidating trips, prioritizing by course timing, and telling tables honestly when something will take a moment. Grace under load is the test.

How do you handle questions about allergens?

Say you never guess: you know the menu's common allergens and confirm with the kitchen for anything uncertain. This is a safety answer, not a service one.

What is your approach to suggesting appetizers, wine, or dessert?

Describe recommending things you genuinely like, reading the table's pace, and never pushing. Natural suggestion outsells scripted upselling.

Tell me about your most difficult guest and how it ended.

Keep the story short and calm: you listened, fixed what you could, and stayed professional. The retelling itself demonstrates the skill.

What POS systems have you used, and how fast are you on them?

Name them, and mention modifiers, split checks, and comps. Fluency here directly affects table turns.

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Resume tips that move the needle

For servers specifically — generic advice costs you here

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Quantify your service: section size, covers per shift, or sales per hour if you know them.

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Name the restaurant styles you have worked: fine dining, fast casual, or high-volume chains.

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List POS systems, such as Toast, Aloha, or Micros, plus any wine or menu training.

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Include your food handler card and alcohol service certification where your state requires them.

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Mention awards or metrics like top sales rankings, guest mentions, or trainer status.

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Where this role goes

Typical progression

01 Host or Busser
02 Server
03 Head Server or Trainer
04 Restaurant Manager
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