Food Servers, Nonrestaurant
SOC Code: 35-3041 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Serve food to individuals outside of a restaurant environment, such as in hotel rooms, hospital rooms, residential care facilities, or cars.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Food Servers, Nonrestaurant. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kahului-Wailuku, HI | $36,650 | $47,486 | $58,344 | $69,181 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $39,374 | $44,637 | $49,920 | $55,182 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $40,040 | $43,971 | $47,902 | $51,834 |
| Napa, CA | $34,507 | $40,061 | $45,594 | $51,147 |
| Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area | $30,638 | $37,357 | $44,096 | $50,814 |
| Vallejo, CA | $35,734 | $40,331 | $44,907 | $49,504 |
| Salinas, CA | $35,173 | $39,021 | $42,890 | $46,738 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $35,443 | $39,187 | $42,952 | $46,696 |
| San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA | $34,611 | $38,563 | $42,536 | $46,488 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $36,525 | $39,832 | $43,160 | $46,467 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Service Orientation | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 2.9 | |
| Time Management | 2.9 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 2.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 2.9 | |
| Coordination | 2.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.8 | |
| Monitoring | 2.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| English Language | 3.6 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.6 |
| Food Production | 3.0 |
| Administration and Management | 3.0 |
| Education and Training | 2.9 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.9 |
| Mathematics | 2.8 |
| Psychology | 2.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 48.1% |
| Less than high school | 27.1% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 8.6% |
| Other | 6.6% |
| Bachelor's degree | 6.2% |
| Associate's degree | 2.0% |
| Some college | 1.4% |
Typical Tasks
- Monitor food distribution, ensuring that meals are delivered to the correct recipients and that guidelines, such as those for special diets, are followed.
- Clean or sterilize dishes, kitchen utensils, equipment, or facilities.
- Examine trays to ensure that they contain required items.
- Place food servings on plates or trays according to orders or instructions.
- Load trays with accessories, such as eating utensils, napkins, or condiments.
- Take food orders and relay orders to kitchens or serving counters so they can be filled.
- Stock service stations with items, such as ice, napkins, or straws.
- Remove trays and stack dishes for return to kitchen after meals are finished.
Technology Skills
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