Food Server Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

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How much does a Food Server make in Wilmington, DE? The average Food Server salary in Wilmington, DE is $23,682 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $20,770 and $26,840. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Food Server Salary	$18,119	Wilmington,DE	March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Food Server Salary	$20,770	Wilmington,DE	March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Food Server Salary	$23,682	Wilmington,DE	March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Food Server Salary	$26,840	Wilmington,DE	March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Food Server Salary	$29,716	Wilmington,DE	March 01, 2025

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Café Food Server

Boyd Gaming - Las Vegas , NV

Job Description Receive and serve food and beverage orders from guests. May also be responsible for collecting payment and making change for guest checks. Job Functions * Greet and communicate with ...

LinkedIn - 47 days ago

Vino Volo - Wine Bar Server (Food and Beverage Associate) - Austin Bergstrom International Airport

Paradies Lagardère - Austin , TX

Actively up-sell guests on food, wine and merchandise in order to enhance their experience * Totals ... Work experience must include one or more years as a server in a well-respected full-service ...

LinkedIn - 38 days ago

Server, Tea Around Town

TopView Group - Houston , TX

Server Responsibilities * Provide exceptional, white glove tea service * Greet and seat guests in ... Knowledge of culinary terminology and food preparation techniques is beneficial * Strong time ...

LinkedIn - 3 days ago

Server - Competitive Pay + Advancement Opportunities

Applebee's - Camdenton , MO

Position & Perks We are hiring outgoing, upbeat servers who can connect with our guests; meeting ... Must have the ability to lift bus pans, trays, cases of food and beverage weighing as much as 30 ...

JobGet - 25 days ago

Server

Relic Inc - Ripon , CA

Delivering food to tables * Delivering a great customer experience Qualifications * Ability to ... Experience as a Server, Waitstaff or Customer Service a plus We are looking forward to receiving ...

ZipRecruiter - 73 days ago

Server Assistant / Food Runner / Busser - Restaurant

V Modern Italian - Nashville , TN

Keep the restaurant clean and organized to uphold our high standards. * Assist servers and ... Great Food! Great Vibes! Come feed your senses #theplace2v

ZipRecruiter - 21 days ago

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About Wilmington, Delaware

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.0 square miles (44 km2). Of that, 10.9 square miles (28 km2) is land and 6.2 square miles (16 km2) is water. The total area is 36.25% water. The city sits at the confluence of the Christina River and the Delaware River, about 33 miles (53 km) southwest of Philadelphia. Wilmington Train Station, one of the southernmost stops on Philadelphia's SEPTA rail transportation system, is also served by Northeast Corridor Amtrak passenger trains. Wilmington is served by I-95 and I-495 within city limits. In addition, the twin-s...

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30613

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Food Server in Wilmington, DE. The base salary for Food Server ranges from $20,770 to $26,840 with the average base salary of $23,682. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $22,374 to $30,613 with the average total cash compensation of $25,464.

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About Wilmington, Delaware According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.0 square miles (44 km2). Of that, 10.9 square miles (28 km2) is land and....More

Wilmington, Delaware area prices were up 1.0% from a year ago

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