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Retail

Hotel Restaurant or Event Server

Take orders and serve food and beverages to patrons at tables in hotels or at banquets/events. Duties may include set up for banquets/events.

Annual openings

9,285

Median wage

$44,860

Typical education

Education not reported

Growth 2026–2032

+3%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Career requirements

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Typical education

Education not reported

Credential requirement

No certification is required or expected for this job.

Work experience

This is an entry-level role so no experience is required.

Is this work a fit?

What the work actually feels like

How people in this career tend to spend their time, the interests it draws on, and a look at a typical day.

Work style

The type of work can vary by job and employer.

  • With childrenNo
  • On a computerNo
  • OutdoorsNo
  • With your handsYes

Interests it draws on

  • Hospitality and Tourism
  • Culinary

Automation exposure

High exposure

Many tasks are repeatable, so technology could reshape the day-to-day over time.

A typical day

  1. Remove dishes and glasses from tables or counters, and take them to kitchen for cleaning.
  2. Clean tables or counters after patrons have finished dining.
  3. Prepare tables for meals, including setting up items such as linens, silverware, and glassware.
  4. Perform food preparation duties, such as preparing salads, appetizers, and cold dishes, portioning desserts, and brewing coffee.
  5. Collect payments from customers.
  6. Check patrons' identification to ensure that they meet minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
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