Overview
A server assistant helps prepare service stations, assists in service, clears and resets tables, and cleans stations. Food handlers work with unpackaged food, cutting meat, weighing vegetables, and preparing salads.
Compensation
- The majority of server assistant wages range between $9.62 to $13.22 per hour across the U.S.
- Texas Roadhouse server assistants typically make $8 per hour, with wages ranging from $3 to $13.
Tip Sharing
- Server assistants share tips with staff, typically ranging from $6 to $9 per hour.
- Tip-outs are 20% to 45% of a server’s tips.
Duties and Skills for Success
To be successful, a server assistant should be organized, work quickly, communicate effectively, and provide excellent customer service. Duties include removing dirty dishes, clearing and rearranging tables, and assisting both servers and hosts.