Busser vs Server
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Pay
Busser
$12.49 typical, an hour
Most Bussers earn $9.00 to $16.00 an hour.
From 423 postings that list pay
3,857 open jobs now
Server
$17.00 typical, an hour
Most Servers earn $15.00 to $19.95 an hour.
From 1,628 postings that list pay
16,037 open jobs now
Servers typically earn about $4.51 more an hour than Bussers.
What each one does
Busser
- Clear and reset tables efficiently for the next guests.
- Maintain cleanliness of the dining room and service areas.
- Stock service stations with utensils, napkins, and other supplies.
- Support servers by delivering food, beverages, and refills.
- Follow food safety and sanitation standards throughout the shift.
- Assist with opening and closing side work duties.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Server
- Greet guests warmly and make them feel welcome.
- Take food and beverage orders accurately.
- Serve food and drinks promptly to guests.
- Clean tables and the dining area.
- Stock service stations and side work areas.
- Handle payments and return correct change.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Skills employers ask for
Busser
Asked for in both
- Safety and Sanitation 4 in 10 postings
- Guest Service 1 in 10 postings
- Food Service 1 in 10 postings
- Food & Beverage 1 in 15 postings
- Food Safety 1 in 20 postings
More common in Busser postings
- Dishware Handling 1 in 15 postings
- Stocking 1 in 15 postings
- Commercial Cleaning 1 in 20 postings
Server
Asked for in both
- Safety and Sanitation 1 in 10 postings
- Guest Service 1 in 10 postings
- Food Service 3 in 10 postings
- Food & Beverage 1 in 10 postings
- Food Safety 1 in 10 postings
More common in Server postings
- Customer Service 2 in 10 postings
- Alcohol Service 1 in 10 postings
- Food and Beverage Ordering 1 in 10 postings
- POS Systems 1 in 10 postings
Out of each role's current postings.
Licenses and certifications
Busser
- Food Handler Certifications 1 in 20 postings
Server
None stand out in current postings.
Open jobs
Busser
Back Server/Busser
Unnamed employer$12.77/hr Employer statedReston, Virginia
Server
Server / Cashier - PT
TravelCenters of AmericaPay not stated San Antonio, TXFood ServiceCustomer ServiceClub Server
ThekraftgroupPay not stated NPS - Foxborough, MA 02035Food SafetyCustomer ServicePOS SystemsPoint-of-Sale (POS) SystemsLounge Server
Davidson Hospitality GroupPay not stated Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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