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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Busser

First Watch Restaurants, Inc. · Richmond, VA · Full-time, Part-time

for you, along with spouse / dependent children at all company restaurants ~ Child Discount Program at The Learning Experience ~... ...tables in under 3 minutes Update and communicate to Hosts & Servers when tables are a…

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Server

First Watch Restaurants, Inc. · Richmond, VA · Full-time, Part-time

for you, along with spouse / dependent children at all company restaurants ~ Child Discount Program at The Learning Experience ~... ...friendliness and expert food knowledge. In addition, our Servers: Support fellow team…

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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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SUITE RUNNER

Compass Group · Richmond, VA
$12.77 per hour

Levy now finds itself as a leading presence in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry across 200 plus Entertainment, Sports, and Restaurant venues across the country. For more information on what we are about as a compa…

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Barista - Lifeworks

Aramark · Richmond, VA
$15 - $16 per hour

Are you looking for an exciting, fast-paced, and social experience? Here’s your chance to do just that, in a role with unlimited career growth and opportunities! We’re hiring full-time Baristas to be the perfect blend to…

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Server

Burger Bach · Richmond, VA · Full-time, Part-time

common allergens for guests from memory Run food and drinks for your tables and other staff members Encourage sign-ups to the restaurant’ s loyalty program Bus tables and maintain a clean section Sidework, including but…

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Barista/Prep

Chum Chum Onigiri · Richmond, VA · Full-time, Part-time
$12.71 - $14 per hour

Job Overview Looking to bring aboard two new Chum Chum crew members! These employees would serve as baristas and food prep staff. Experience is a must-have. Previous roles in fast-paced service would be preferred. Respon…

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Food Runner

Southern Kitchen Restaurant · Richmond, VA · Part-time

Hiring: Energetic Food Runner at Southern Kitchen Restaurant! Are you a dependable and fast-paced Food Runner who takes pride in delivering... ...before leaving the kitchen Communicate clearly with servers, kitchen staff…

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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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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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