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Parkhurst Dining

Dining Room Attendant

Allentown, PA

$12.50 - $16/hr

If you've been searching for a place where you can do what you love, love what you do and have room to grow, consider joining our team! Parkhurst Dining is part of Eat'n Park Hospitality Group, a ...

Parkhurst Dining

Dining Room Attendant

Danville, KY

$10/hr

If you've been searching for a place where you can do what you love, love what you do and have room to grow, consider joining our team! Parkhurst Dining is part of Eat'n Park Hospitality Group, a ...

Parkhurst Dining

Dining Room Attendant

Lake Forest, IL

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

If you've been searching for a place where you can do what you love, love what you do and have room to grow, consider joining our team! Parkhurst Dining is part of Eat'n Park Hospitality Group, a ...

Parkhurst Dining

Dining Room Attendant

Bethany, WV

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

If you've been searching for a place where you can do what you love, love what you do and have room to grow, consider joining our team! Parkhurst Dining is part of Eat'n Park Hospitality Group, a ...

Parkhurst Dining

Dining Room Attendant

Washington, PA

$12 - $15.50/hr

If you've been searching for a place where you can do what you love, love what you do and have room to grow, consider joining our team! Parkhurst Dining is part of Eat'n Park Hospitality Group, a ...

Parkhurst Dining

Dining Room Attendant

Hudson, OH

$11.75 - $15.25/hr

If you've been searching for a place where you can do what you love, love what you do and have room to grow, consider joining our team! Parkhurst Dining is part of Eat'n Park Hospitality Group, a ...

Parkhurst Dining

Dining Room Attendant

Pittsburgh, PA

$13.50 - $15/hr

If you've been searching for a place where you can do what you love, love what you do and have room to grow, consider joining our team! Parkhurst Dining is part of Eat'n Park Hospitality Group, a ...

Parkhurst Dining

Dining Room Attendant

Biddeford, ME

$17 - $19/hr

If you've been searching for a place where you can do what you love, love what you do and have room to grow, consider joining our team! Parkhurst Dining is part of Eat'n Park Hospitality Group, a ...

Parkhurst Dining

Dining Room Attendant

Franklin, IN

$12.25 - $15.75/hr

If you've been searching for a place where you can do what you love, love what you do and have room to grow, consider joining our team! Parkhurst Dining is part of Eat'n Park Hospitality Group, a ...

Flathead Lake Lodge

Dining Room Server

Bigfork, MT · On-site

$10 - $15/hr

Join our Dining room service team and provide a high-quality dining experience for our guests. Accountable for, but not limited to: - Embracing and representing the FLL Core Values in all situations;

Savannah Country Club

Dining Room Manager

Savannah, GA · On-site

Supervise and train dining room staff. Manage within budgetary restraints. Develop and implement programs to increase revenues through repeat business and higher check averages. Job Tasks/Duties • ...

Savannah Country Club

Dining Room Manager

Savannah, GA · On-site

Supervise and train dining room staff. Manage within budgetary restraints. Develop and implement programs to increase revenues through repeat business and higher check averages. Job Tasks/Duties • ...

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How much do dining room jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for dining room in the United States is $14.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $16.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by dining room staff, and how can they be managed effectively?

Dining room staff often encounter challenges such as managing high guest volumes during peak hours, coordinating efficiently with kitchen staff, and ensuring a seamless dining experience for guests. Effective communication, time management, and teamwork are crucial in handling these challenges. Many restaurants provide pre-shift meetings and clear service standards to help staff stay organized and proactive. Developing strong multitasking skills and a positive, customer-focused attitude can make the role more manageable and rewarding.

What is the difference between Dining Room vs Waitstaff?

AspectDining RoomWaitstaff
Primary RoleOversees dining area operations, manages staff, ensures customer satisfactionServes food and beverages, takes orders, assists customers directly
CredentialsMay require management or hospitality experienceFood safety certifications, customer service skills
Work EnvironmentRestaurant dining area, managerial settingFront-of-house, direct customer interaction
Employer UsageRestaurants, hotels, catering servicesRestaurants, cafes, catering services

While the Dining Room typically refers to the management or supervisory role overseeing the dining area, Waitstaff are the front-line employees serving guests. Both roles are essential in hospitality settings, but they differ in responsibilities, credentials, and daily tasks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Dining Room Attendant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Dining Room Attendant, you need excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, basic food safety protocols, and sanitation procedures is typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and a positive attitude help create a welcoming dining environment and resolve customer concerns effectively. These skills and qualities are essential for ensuring guest satisfaction, smooth service flow, and maintaining high standards in food service operations.

What are dining room staff?

Dining room staff are employees responsible for providing service to guests in a restaurant or food service establishment’s dining area. Their roles may include greeting guests, taking orders, serving food and beverages, setting and clearing tables, and ensuring a pleasant dining experience. Common positions include servers, hosts, bussers, and sometimes supervisors or managers. Dining room staff play a key role in customer satisfaction and the overall efficiency of restaurant operations.
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Infographic showing various Dining Room job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $29,810 per year, or $14.3 per hour.
Dining Room Attendant

Dining Room Attendant

Parkhurst Dining

Allentown, PA

$12.50 - $16/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Parkhurst Dining rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 91 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

41st of 67 rated caterers

Job description

This is a full-time position that will require weekends.


Parkhurst Dining is a family-owned and operated company that provides culinary, dining and catering services to over 80 organizations and universities. We believe that food is best when made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients, prepared with heart, & served with a smile. This culinary experience is uniquely and authentically Parkhurst. If you’ve been searching for a place where you can do what you love, love what you do and have room to grow, consider joining our team! Parkhurst Dining is part of Eat’n Park Hospitality Group, a regional portfolio of foodservice concepts serving 50 million guests annually in its restaurants, on college and corporate campuses and in every state through our online store. 


JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for performing routine duties necessary to provide a clean and well-stocked dining room during meal periods in accordance with Parkhurst standards and procedures under strict sanitary conditions.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Restock beverages and other items as needed, which may include refilling of milk dispensers.

2. Keep cereal dispensers full at all times.

3. Keep beverage area and dining room clean during service periods.

4. Make sure sufficient numbers of cups and glasses are present and remove empty glass racks. Empty glass racks must be taken to dish room.

5. Assist our guests, as needed, in a friendly and professional manner. Follows Smile Plus hospitality imperatives.

6. Ensure soda machines are iced down before and after each service period. Take off and soak the soda caps in hot water overnight.

7. Follow cleaning schedule as provided by management, using “clean as you go” techniques.

8. Maintain an open line of communication with management, informing them of products and supplies needed.

9. Follow the uniform dress code and maintain proper personal hygiene.

10. Follow all Parkhurst Hospitality Gold Standards.

11. Assist fellow team members at every opportunity.

12. Perform any other duties as assigned by management.


QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities

to perform the essential functions.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

§ Standing and/or walking - 100% of time.

§ Occasionally lifting up to 40 lbs.

§ Frequently lifting up to 10 lbs.


BENEFITS

  • FREE meal during your shift
  • 20% discount on any food purchase at Eat’n Park, Hello Bistro, The Porch, and Parkhurst Dining.
  • Paid time off
  • Management career advancement opportunities
  • Access to continuous development with Smile Universe
  • Eligibility for 401k, vision, dental and medical plans


Eat’n Park Hospitality Group provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.


This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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