Synonyms of waiter

waiter

noun

ˈwā-tər 

as in waitress

a person who serves food or drink

waiters at that elegant restaurant must go through an extended training program before being allowed to serve customers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• waitress
• server
• bartender
• waitperson
• garçon
• barman
• barkeep
• sommelier
• headwaiter
• steward
• stewardess
• maître d'
• maître d'hôtel

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of waiter

Russel Terence Rebello of India worked as a waiter aboard the ship. — Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026

Escobar even handpicked the guards, who doubled as waiters and bartenders during the many parties. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 July 2026

Throw yourself between her and any waiter for the remainder of the trip. — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 15 July 2026

Pimentel’s analysis does factor in gratuities which are paid to roles that support guest services, such as cabin stewards, waiters in the dining room and others. — Nathan Diller, USA Today, 8 July 2026