Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers Hourly Pay
Median hourly wage: $16.34
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, May 2024 (updated April 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.