How to hire a take out waiter

How to hire a take out waiter, step by step

Here's a step-by-step take out waiter hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a take out waiter job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new take out waiter
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a take out waiter, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A take out waiter's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, take out waiters from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of take out waiter salaries for various roles:

   Type of Take Out Waiter	Description	Hourly rate
   Take Out Waiter	Waiters and waitresses take orders and serve food and beverages to customers in dining establishments.	$9-15
   Server Manager	As the name entails, server managers are responsible for managing and overseeing the serving areas in restaurants. This role is associated with several tasks, including checking the appearance of servers, checking a server's knowledge of the restaurant's daily specials and menu items, and greeting the customers... Show more	$11-77
   Server And Certified Trainer	A server and certified trainer is a wait staff position who takes orders and serves food and beverages to customers dining in the restaurant. Often known as the lead server, a server and certified trainer provides training to new server trainees to serve customers and handle payments... Show more	$11-18

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service
   • Food Orders

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage restaurant sections in order to equalize seating arrangements for each waiter and ensure the restaurant are stocked and well maintain.
   • Ensure food is stored and cook at correct temperature by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
   • Ensure food is stored and cook at correct temperature by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your take out waiter job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A take out waiter can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, take out waiters' average salary in oklahoma is 48% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level take out waiters 39% less than senior-level take out waiters.
   • Certifications. A take out waiter with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a take out waiter's salary.

   Average take out waiter salary

   $12.74hourly

   $26,498 yearly

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   Entry-level take out waiter salary

   $20,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 20, 2025

4. Writing a take out waiter job description

   A good take out waiter job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a take out waiter job description:

   Take out waiter job description example

   • Diverse Culture
   • Team Member Dining Discounts
   • Comprehensive benefits* - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and 401 K
   • Vacation - paid time off*
   • Career Advancement Opportunities

   Benefits and vacation eligibility based on number of hours worked. Part-time Team Members must meet minimum average of 30+ hours per week.

   Take Out Team Members are responsible for providing Gold Standard service and hospitality to every take out Guest. Take Out Team Members are service oriented, team players who represent our value of Gracious Hospitality to our Guest by providing positive Guest interactions while serving them in a friendly and efficient manner. The Take Out Team Member will have a thorough knowledgeable of all aspects of BJ's menu, handcrafted beverages, wine list, specialty drinks and prices to enable them to make recommendations that enhances the Guest experience, allowing them to fully enjoy the vast and diverse menu choices we offer.

   Duties include but not limited to:

   • Perform station opening/closing duties on each shift.
   • Uses proper BJ's telephone etiquette to answer and direct calls.
   • Set up/break down and continual maintenance of Take out and Curbside area.
   • Take Guests order in person or by phone in friendly and courteous manner following all Take out Service Execution steps, recommending Curbside Service to all call-in orders.
   • Make suggestions and give Guests options based on through knowledge of BJ's food and beverage menu.
   • Handle POS system quickly and efficiently.
   • Package all take out items correctly and efficiently according to BJ's guidelines, double checking that all food is made and packaged properly, and all items ordered are accounted for.
   • Speak to guests to ensure satisfaction with food, drinks and service.
   • Present bills, accept payments, operates POS system, uphold strict cash handling procedures and accountability for all transactions.
   • Able to respond to guest complaints.
   • Check identification of guests in order to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
   • Ensure compliance with all Company policies and laws, including health and safety standards.
   • Perform other duties assigned by Management staff.

   Requirements

   • Must be 18 years of age or over
   • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
   • Good verbal and written communication skills
   • Experience working in a team-oriented environment
   • Knowledge of principles for dealing directly with the public
   • Ability to handle cash, give change and balance cash drawer at the end of the shift
   • Physical demands of the job include but are not limited to:
     • Standing and walking during entire shift
     • Reaches, bends, stoops, lifts
     • Must have the ability to lift up to 60 pounds in weight on a semi regular basis

   At BJ's Restaurants & Brewhouse CRAFT Matters.

   Our extensive menu includes BJ's signature deep dish pizza, salads, steaks, ribs, generous pasta dishes, and our famous Pizookie dessert. And of course, everything tastes better with BJ's own handcrafted beer!

   The safety of our team and guests is our top priority. We are complying with all CDC recommendations and Covid-19 guidelines.

   We are an e-verify and equal opportunity employer.

   RequiredPreferredJob Industries

   • Food & Restaurant

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5. Post your job

   To find the right take out waiter for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with take out waiters they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit take out waiters who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your take out waiter job on Zippia to find and recruit take out waiter candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit take out waiters, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new take out waiter

   Once you've selected the best take out waiter candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new take out waiter. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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