Some have completed a high school level education. Many employers do not require prior experience. Many others require 1-2 years of customer service or food related experience. Most jobs are 16-24 hours per week. Many jobs are 35-40 hours per week.
Most employers fill openings by hiring unsolicited applicants.
Many also recruit applicants through newspaper advertisements. Some fill openings by hiring referrals from employees. Tips vary depending on the restaurant, with those who work in busy, expensive restaurants earning the most. A few employers report that computer skills are becoming increasingly important. Most also provide dental insurance.