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Parkhurst Dining

Dining Room Attendant

Pittsburgh, PA

$13.50 - $15/hr

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 ...

Parkhurst Dining

Dining Room Attendant

Naperville, IL

$13 - $16.75/hr

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 ...

Sage Dining

Dining Room Attendant

Lakeville, CT · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Clean, restock, and replenish serving lines and stations to ensure our guests enjoy an exquisite dining experience. * Set up and break down the dish machine and sanitize equipment in the kitchen.

American Dining Creations

Dining Worker/Server

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$13.25 - $16.50/hr

A Dining Worker/Server with American Dining Creations will focus on delivering exceptional customer service and completing food preparation duties. The Dining Worker/Server will efficiently greet and ...

American Dining Creations

Dining Worker/Server

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$12.75 - $16/hr

A Dining Worker/Server with American Dining Creations will focus on delivering exceptional customer service and completing food preparation duties. The Dining Worker/Server will efficiently greet and ...

American Dining Creations

Dining Worker/Server

Wildwood, MO

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

A Dining Worker/Server with American Dining Creations will focus on delivering exceptional customer service and completing food preparation duties. The Dining Worker/Server will efficiently greet and ...

Langdon Hall of Bradenton

Dining

Bradenton, FL · On-site

$7.88 - $8.12/wk

Dining Associate at Langdon Hall of Bradenton Job Summary: Langdon Hall of Bradenton, a beautiful small quiet hidden gem Assisted Living Facility in Bradenton, Florida, is seeking a compassionate and ...

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How much do dining jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for dining 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 is a dining job?

Dining jobs refer to a variety of positions within settings where food and beverages are served, such as restaurants, hotels, cafeterias, and catering companies. These roles can include servers, hosts, bussers, bartenders, and managers, among others. Individuals in dining jobs are responsible for providing customer service, taking orders, serving food, and ensuring guests have a positive dining experience. These jobs often require strong communication skills, the ability to work in fast-paced environments, and a focus on teamwork. Dining jobs can offer flexible hours and opportunities for advancement within the hospitality industry.

What are some typical challenges faced by dining staff in a busy restaurant environment?

Dining staff often encounter challenges such as managing high customer volumes during peak hours, ensuring timely and accurate order delivery, and maintaining excellent customer service under pressure. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as staff must coordinate closely with kitchen and bar teams to fulfill orders efficiently. Adaptability and problem-solving skills also help when addressing special requests or handling customer complaints, making resilience and a positive attitude valuable assets in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a dining services role, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Dining Services role, you need knowledge of food safety, basic food preparation techniques, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and certifications like ServSafe are typically required. Strong customer service, teamwork, and communication skills help create a positive dining experience and efficient workflow. These skills ensure safe food handling, customer satisfaction, and smooth daily operations in a fast-paced environment.

What is the difference between Dining vs Waitstaff?

AspectDiningWaitstaff
CredentialsNone required, customer service skills preferredNone required, customer service skills essential
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, cafes, catering eventsRestaurants, cafes, bars
Industry UsageRefers broadly to the act of eating or serving foodRefers specifically to serving food and beverages to customers

Dining generally describes the act of eating or the experience of eating out, while waitstaff refers to the employees who serve food and drinks to customers in a restaurant or similar setting. Both roles are integral to the food service industry, but 'Dining' is a broader term, whereas 'Waitstaff' specifies a particular job function within that experience.

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Infographic showing various Dining job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 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

Pittsburgh, PA

Parkhurst Dining
Food Services and Drinking Places • 5 - 10K employees
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$13.50 - $15/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Parkhurst Dining rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 92 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

The pay rate for this position is $13.50 - $15.00 / hour, depending on experience!


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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