How much does a Restaurant Waiter make in Phoenix, AZ?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Restaurant Waiter in Phoenix, AZ is $27,460. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $24,682 to $30,647, with most professionals earning between $22,152 and $33,548.

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What is a Restaurant Waiter?

A Restaurant Waiter is responsible for providing excellent customer service to guests by taking orders, serving food and drinks, and ensuring that guests have an enjoyable dining experience. They must have a good knowledge of the menu and be able to make recommendations to guests. Waiters also handle payment transactions and maintain a clean and organized work environment. Additionally, they must be able to work efficiently under pressure and communicate effectively with the kitchen staff and other team members to ensure that orders are delivered accurately and in a timely manner. Overall, a Restaurant Waiter plays a crucial role in creating a positive and memorable dining experience for guests.

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Restaurant Waiter in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Restaurant Waiter in Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for Restaurant Waiter ranges from $24,682 to $30,647 with the average base salary of $27,460. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $25,067 to $31,026 with the average total cash compensation of $27,861.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $27,460 $24,682 - $30,647
Bonus $400 $385 - $379
Total Pay $27,861 $25,067 - $31,026
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Glendale, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $24,678 - $30,642 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Peoria, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $24,628 - $30,580 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Tempe, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $24,682 - $30,647 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ 0%
CITY, STATE Sun City, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $24,578 - $30,518 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Scottsdale, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $24,682 - $30,647 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ 0%
CITY, STATE Avondale, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $24,611 - $30,560 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
See salaries for Restaurant Waiter in locations close to Phoenix, AZ. Pay for the same job may vary based on the location and on the location and on other factors such as the size of company, the industry, and other local conditions.
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Waiter LOCATION Phoenix, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $22,202 MAXIMUM SALARY $25,602
JOB TITLE Waiter - Institution LOCATION Phoenix, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $28,690 MAXIMUM SALARY $33,090
JOB TITLE Back Waiter LOCATION Phoenix, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $20,289 MAXIMUM SALARY $25,707
JOB TITLE Cater Waiter LOCATION Phoenix, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $27,052 MAXIMUM SALARY $35,272
JOB TITLE Head Waiter LOCATION Phoenix, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $54,791 MAXIMUM SALARY $71,249
JOB TITLE Bar Waiter LOCATION Phoenix, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $27,052 MAXIMUM SALARY $35,272
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About Phoenix, Arizona    Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to ....More

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