Counter Attendants prepare and serve food and beverages to customers at counters or fountains. Less than high school required.
Training is done on the job.
There were approximately 2,520 Counter Attendants employed in Alabama in 1996. Most work at soda fountains, in coffee shops, in ice cream shops, at short order establishments, and sandwich shops. An average of 485 job openings occurs each year. Some of these workers also earn tips in addition to their regular pay. Must be able to move hands skillfully and easily in placing and turning motions.