Waiter Courses
A Waiter serves diners in a restaurant, takes orders, delivers food, clears tables, and must excel in customer service and multitasking.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Waiter
Get qualified to work as a Waiter with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
SIT30622
Duration
9 weeks - 4 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Get started in the hospitality industry with the SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality. With this nationally recognised qualification you could work in bars, coffee shops, nightclubs, hotels, resorts, casinos, events and festivals. You’ll gain skills in communication and customer service and choose electives that support your career interests: food and beverage service, cooking, guest services, gaming, barista services, administration and customer service. Enquire now for the full list of elective choic...
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Duration
9 weeks - 4 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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SIT20322
Duration
2 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Get a job in the hospitality industry with the SIT20322 Certificate II in Hospitality. This nationally recognised certificate can help you find work at clubs, pubs, hotels, resorts, theme parks, cafes, restaurants, and bistros. The course covers: communicating with customers, interacting with guests and workmates from different cultural backgrounds, staying safe at work, hygiene controls in hospitality, cleaning, using equipment, and more. When enrolling, ask your course provider to help you select study ...
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Duration
2 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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SITSS00071
Duration
Half day - 4 weeks
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
The SITSS00071 Responsible Service of Alcohol emphasises responsible practices in venues selling or serving alcohol, such as hospitality sites, retail liquor outlets, and alcohol producers like wineries, breweries, and distilleries. It's a one-day, face-to-face training led by industry experts, covering legal responsibilities, duty of care, and local accord agreements. Participants learn practical skills for selling, serving, and promoting alcohol responsibly. This course is essential for personnel di...
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Duration
Half day - 4 weeks
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
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SITSS00080
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
Get a job as a barista with the SITSS00080 Espresso Machine Operation Skill Set. This nationally recognised mini-course will teach you how to organise a coffee workstation, take coffee orders, select and grind coffee beans, produce different types of espresso drinks, perform milk texturing, and serve coffee in the correct glassware. You’ll also learn food handling and hygiene practices, cleaning espresso machines, processing financial transactions, recommending different beverages to customers. Enquire no...
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Blended, On Campus
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Common questions
How much does a Waiter earn?
In Australia, a full time Waiter generally earns $1,280 per week ($66,560 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Waiter?
There has been strong employment growth in this industry in recent years. There are currently 134,200 people working as a Waiter in Australia compared to 120,200 five years ago. Waiters may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Waiter?
If you’re interested in a career as a Waiter, consider enrolling in a Certificate I in Hospitality. You’ll learn about customer service, food safety and hygiene, communication and teamwork. A Certificate II in Hospitality or a Certificate III in Hospitality (Food and Beverage) may also be suitable.
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A Waiter attends to diners at a restaurant, café or bistro. You might show customers to their table and give them menus. Waiters may take orders and deliver food and drinks to tables. You might also attend to any other needs or questions diners have while at a restaurant. Waiters also clear tables and set them ready for new customers.
Waiters should have strong customer service skills and be able to communicate with a wide range of customers. It’s important that you can work quickly and cope with the demands of a busy restaurant. Waiters should have good problem solving skills and must be able to handle several tasks at one time. You may have to work irregular hours including nights and weekends.
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