€9.50
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (EUR)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (EUR)
The average hourly pay for a Waiter/Waitress is €9.50 in 2025
Hourly Rate
€0 - €10
Total Pay
€13k - €24k
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What Do Waiter/Waitresses Do?
Waiter/Waitress Tasks
- Maintain table appearance by pre-bussing, check drink levels and remove clutter.
- Keep station clean, set up and take down station tables appropriately.
- Present check for payment and provides change as needed.
- Take food and beverage orders, give food orders to kitchen and deliver orders.
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Common Health Benefits for a Waiter/Waitress
Medical
50%
Dental
50%
Vision
50%
None
50%
Gender Breakdown for Waiter/Waitresses
Male
60.0%
Female
40.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Waiter/Waitresses
What is the highest pay for Waiter/Waitresses?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Waiter/Waitress is €NaN / hour
What is the lowest pay for Waiter/Waitresses?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Waiter/Waitress is €NaN / hour
How can Waiter/Waitresses increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Waiter/Waitress is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Waiter/Waitress that oversees more junior Waiter/Waitresses, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.