Fast Food and Counter Workers

Code: 35-3023.00

Also known as: Cafe Server, Cafeteria Server, Cafeteria Worker, Deli Worker (Delicatessen Worker), Food Server, Food Service Assistant, Food Service Worker, Prep Cook (Preparation Cook), School Cafeteria Cook, Server

Description: Perform duties such as taking orders and serving food and beverages. Serve customers at counter or from a steam table. May take payment. May prepare food and beverages.

Fast Food and Counter Workers

Typical wages


10% $17,940
25% $19,800
Median $23,860
75% $27,920
90% $31,960
10% $8.63
25% $9.52
Median $11.47
75% $13.42
90% $15.37

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
4,047,700
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
4,508,600
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 826,600