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Waiter

OFO Code: 513101

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

OFO code
513101
Occupation
Waiter
Classification
OFO 2021
Major group
SERVICE AND SALES WORKERS
Unit group
5131 · Waiters

Official description
Waiters serve food and beverages at tables in dining and drinking places, clubs, institutions and canteens, on board ships and on passenger trains.

More official OFO detail

Specialisations: Maitre D, Dining Room Attendant, Food and Beverage Attendant, Wine Steward, Night Club Hostess, Restaurant Hostess, Drink Waiter, Formal Service Waiter, Lounge Assistant, Sommelier, Silver Service Waiter, Wine Attendant

  • Greeting customers and presenting them with menus and beverage lists
  • Clearing tables and returning dishes and cutlery to kitchen
  • Serving food and beverages to clients at tables
  • Setting tables with clean linen, cutlery, crockery and glassware
  • Advising on food and beverage choices
  • Presenting bills, accepting payment and operating point of sales machines and cash registers
  • Taking orders for food and drinks and passing order to kitchen or bar staff

2. Demand status

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