Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$33,980/yr
Typical range
$28,330 – $37,250
Education
High school diploma
Time to entry
No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning
What a Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers does
Support servers and bartenders by clearing tables, restocking supplies, and assisting with drink preparation in restaurants and dining facilities. Provide essential behind-the-scenes support for smooth service.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.
Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Fast Food and Counter Workers — $31,200/yr
- Baristas — $31,200/yr
- Waiters and Waitresses — $35,230/yr
- Cooks, Restaurant — $37,390/yr
- First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers — $44,080/yr
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