What is a busboy/waiter and how to become one

Key steps to become a busboy/waiter

1. Explore busboy/waiter education requirements

   Most common busboy/waiter degrees

   High School Diploma

   39.3 %

   Bachelor's

   37.4 %

   Associate

   14.9 %

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2. Start to develop specific busboy/waiter skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Customer Service	23.62%
   Waiter	13.75%
   Busboy	11.50%
   Clean Tables	7.49%
   Food Preparation	7.05%

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3. Complete relevant busboy/waiter training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New busboy/waiters learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a busboy/waiter based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real busboy/waiter resumes.

4. Research busboy/waiter duties and responsibilities

   • Work in a fast-pace environment with previous responsibilities as a waiter, busboy, and restaurant host.
   • Work as a waiter and busboy, and attend anyone who need help, take orders and serve costumers.
   • Cross train in culinary operations and sanitation operations.
   • Increase total restaurant sales by upselling specials and top-shelf liquors.

5. Prepare your busboy/waiter resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your busboy/waiter resume.

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6. Apply for busboy/waiter jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a busboy/waiter job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams