PSOC Unit group 5131 — Waiters (2026)

Waiters serve food and beverages at tables in dining and drinking places, clubs, institutions and canteens, on board ships and on passenger trains. Their tasks include: a) setting tables with clean linen, cutlery, crockery and glassware; b) greeting customers and presenting them with menus and beverage lists; c) advising on food and beverage choices; d) taking orders for food and drinks and passing order to kitchen or bar staff; e) serving food and beverages to clients at tables; f) clearing tables and returning dishes and cutlery to kitchen; g) presenting bills, accepting payment and operating point of sales machines and cash registers. Examples of the occupations classified here: Food attendant, Food server, Service crew, Waiter (formal service), Waiter (general), Waiter/Waitress Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Bartender - 5132, Café manager - 1412, Restaurant manager - 1412

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