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Waiters and Waitresses in The United States
(Camareros)
Waiters and Waitresses -- Take orders and serve food and beverages to patrons at tables in dining establishment.
| SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) | 35-3031.00 |
| Career Interests | SEC |
| Minimum education required | (none) No formal educational credential |
| Minimum work experience required | (None) None |
| Job training required | (Short OJT) Short-term on-the-job training |
| Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028) | 0.65 (low growth) |
| Current number of workers in USA (2018) | 2,634,600 |
| Projected number of workers in USA (2028) | 2,804,800 |
| Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028) | 539,000 |
| Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019) | $17,420 |
| Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019) | $26,800 |
| Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019) | $42,950 |
| Career Cluster | Hospitality & Tourism (Hospitalidad y turismo) |
| Major Occupational Group | Food Preparation and Serving Related |
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