Restaurant Counter Help information
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$11.08 - $12.17
3% of jobs
$12.17 - $13.26
6% of jobs
$13.26 - $14.36
11% of jobs
$14.51 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$14.36 - $15.45
23% of jobs
The median wage is $15.81 / hr.
$15.45 - $16.54
16% of jobs
$17.50 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$16.54 - $17.64
17% of jobs
$17.64 - $18.73
10% of jobs
$18.73 - $19.82
9% of jobs
$19.82 - $20.91
3% of jobs
How much do restaurant counter help jobs pay per hour?
As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for restaurant counter help in the United States is $16.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
A restaurant counter help job involves assisting customers at the counter by taking orders, processing payments, and serving food or beverages. It requires good customer service skills, basic math, and often involves operating cash registers or point-of-sale systems. The role typically involves working in a fast-paced environment and maintaining cleanliness and organization at the counter.
Restaurant counter help refers to employees who work at the front counter, taking orders, handling payments, and serving customers. They often need good communication skills, basic math, and knowledge of point-of-sale systems. This role typically involves customer service in a fast-paced environment.
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