waitstaff
Americannoun
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a staff of waiters or waitresses who wait on tables, as in a restaurant.
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a waiter or waitress.
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It was not the first time I had witnessed a customer yelling at waitstaff.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026
The waitstaff in restaurants should be aware: Patrons are less generous with tips over the weekend.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 9, 2026
Paikin remembered incredulous customers asking the waitstaff if they could really just help themselves, and not quite believing it when they heard, “Yes, you can get whatever you want.”
From Slate ● Nov. 13, 2025
While many folks described uplifting interactions with waitstaff as important, a few said they prefer to enjoy their food uninterrupted.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 29, 2024
My mom is home, too, since Friday nights are the best tip night and always go to the more senior waitstaff.
From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden
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