Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for dining room and cafeteria attendants and bartender helpers in the United States was $16.34, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $10.24 |
| 25th | $13.62 |
| Median | $16.34 |
| 75th | $17.91 |
| 90th | $22.39 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do dining room and cafeteria attendants and bartender helpers make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $16.34; the mean hourly wage is $16.46.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for dining room and cafeteria attendants and bartender helpers?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $10.24 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for dining room and cafeteria attendants and bartender helpers?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $22.39 per hour.