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Server📍 PortlandOpen to discussion

Locally owned brunch restaurant seeks experienced server for 4-5 shifts per week, including weekends. Ideal candidate has proven experience and excellent people skills. No late nights, with a fast-paced environment.

Apply now → 23 hrs ago
An An
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An An
Server📍 PortlandOpen to discussion

An An, a welcoming Portland dining spot, seeks a part-time server who is friendly, attentive, and reliable. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments and prioritizes customer satisfaction. Quality food and outstanding hospitality are key to this role.

Apply now → 1 day ago
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Podnah's BBQ
Server📍 Portland$17/hr

Portland's top BBQ spot seeks a skilled server to handle busy sections and adapt to varying pace. Flexibility is key, with 3-4 shifts per week and occasional extra coverage. Knowledge of Toast POS is a plus.

Apply now → 1 day ago
CAMO - Portland
CAMO - Portland
Server📍 PortlandOpen to discussion

Upscale Portland kitchen seeks a charismatic breakfast server with a passion for guest service. This role requires a warm and attentive individual who can deliver exceptional dining experiences. A genuine smile and proactive approach are essential.

Apply now → 1 day ago
Short Round / Crying Tigers
Bartender📍 PortlandOpen to discussion

Short Round is a laid-back Vietnamese and Thai street food spot seeking a friendly server. The ideal candidate is reliable and skilled at providing great guest experiences. Valid OLCC certification is required.

Apply now → 2 days ago
Makeready
Server📍 Portland$24/hr

Bar Sprezzatura, an Italian-inspired bar and restaurant, seeks a skilled server to provide exceptional service. The ideal candidate is charismatic and knowledgeable about Italian cuisine and culture. Located in the historic Heathman Hotel, the venue offers a unique and elegant atmosphere.

Apply now → 2 days ago
Hearth & Vine
Hearth & Vine
Server📍 Portland$17/hr

Hearth & Vine, a historic Pearl District restaurant, seeks a part-time server to join its team. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable about Pacific Northwest products and passionate about New American cuisine. Seasonal menu expertise is a plus.

Apply now → 3 days ago
The Hazel Room
The Hazel Room
Server📍 Portland$17/hr

The Hazel Room, a brunch spot in SE Hawthorne, seeks an experienced server to join their small team. This role offers cross-training and a hourly average of $23-$30, including tips. A minimum of 2 years serving experience is required.

Apply now → 4 days ago
Bartender📍 Portland$17/hr

Family establishment in SW Hills Portland seeks an experienced server who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. $16.80/hour plus tips and opportunities for extra shifts. Reliable transportation required.

Apply now → 5 days ago
Emerald Line
Server📍 PortlandOpen to discussion

Independent restaurant in Slabtown seeks a friendly and conscientious server to join their team. The ideal candidate is a team player who can provide top-notch customer service. Monday to Friday lunch shift, 20 hours per week.

Apply now → 6 days ago
AFURI Slabtown
Bartender📍 Portland$17/hr

AFURI Slabtown seeks experienced servers and bartenders with 3+ years of full-service experience. Japanese restaurant experience is a plus. The ideal candidate is a team player who prioritizes guest service and product quality.

Apply now → 6 days ago
McMenamins Market Street Pub
Server📍 Portland$17/hr

McMenamins Market Street Pub seeks experienced servers with at least one year of serving experience. This family-owned pub values community and offers a unique environment with handcrafted beverages and pub fare. Seasonal and long-term career opportunities are available.

Apply now → 6 days ago
OK Chicken and Khao Soi
OK Chicken and Khao Soi
Server📍 PortlandOpen to discussion

OK Chicken & Khao Soi seeks a dependable team player for a server/support role. This position includes a mix of serving and support shifts, with responsibilities like running food and assisting servers. A hospitality-focused mindset is required.

Apply now → 6 days ago
Boundary Social Club
Bartender📍 Portland$17/hr

Boundary, a private social club for wine and spirits enthusiasts, seeks a skilled server with bartending experience. The ideal candidate provides exceptional member experiences and crafts innovative drinks. Compensation includes $17/hr plus excellent tips.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
Tastebud
Server📍 PortlandOpen to discussion

Tastebud in Multnomah Village seeks a part-time server with recent restaurant experience and a team-oriented attitude. The ideal candidate is passionate about wood-fired pizza and farm-direct sourcing. Collaboration is key in this pooled house environment.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
Azul Hospitality
Server📍 Portland$20/hr

Upscale dining venue seeks a skilled server to deliver top-notch service. Friendly and courteous individuals with a passion for food and beverage are a fit. Competitive environment with opportunities to grow.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
Makeready
Server📍 Portland$23/hr

The Heathman Hotel seeks a skilled On-Call Banquet Server to deliver exceptional service at special events. This role requires a professional with a passion for hospitality and attention to detail. Classic elegance meets contemporary comfort in downtown Portland.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
Touchmark
Server📍 Portland$12/hr

Upscale retirement community seeks a professional server with excellent communication skills to create a welcoming dining experience. The ideal candidate has an affinity for senior clientele and high-energy personality. Prestigious full-service community offers a unique work environment.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
Fogo de Chão
Fogo de Chão
Server📍 Portland$16/hr

Fogo de Chão seeks a skilled server to deliver exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality and teamwork. Competitive opportunities and a welcoming culture are offered.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
Bar Diane
Bar Diane
Server📍 Portland$17/hr

Natural wine bar and bistro seeks a charming server with wine knowledge and high-volume experience. Sunday availability is required for this part-time role. The ideal candidate is dedicated and skilled in elevated service.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
Willamette View
Server📍 PortlandOpen to discussion

Willamette View, a progressive senior community, seeks a dynamic Lead Server who is passionate about building relationships. This role requires a service-driven individual who can make a meaningful impact. A lively community with a unique ethos awaits the right candidate.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
Bullard Tavern
Bullard Tavern
Server📍 Portland$17/hr

Bullard Tavern seeks a skilled server to deliver exceptional hospitality in a cozy Tex-Mex setting. The ideal candidate excels in attentive service and classic cocktail knowledge. A welcoming atmosphere and spacious booth seating make this a unique venue.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
Abigail Hall
Abigail Hall
Server📍 Portland$17/hr

Server job at Bullard Tavern in Portland.

Apply now → 3 wks ago
Jake's Crawfish
Jake's Crawfish
Server📍 PortlandInquire for pay

Server job at Jake's Crawfish in Portland.

Apply now → 5 wks ago
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FAQ

How do I get a server job in Portland?
The fastest route in Portland is being seen by the right venues before a role is even posted. Build a profile that shows your real work — photos, experience and personality — keep your availability current, and let bars and clubs reach out to you directly. Portland bar hiring moves on referrals and reputation, not résumé blasts.
Do you need experience to work as a server in Portland?
Plenty of Portland venues hire and train newcomers and promote from within, so you can break in without years of experience. A strong portfolio of real shifts helps, but attitude, speed and reliability win most server jobs here.
How much do servers make in Portland?
Portland serving money follows the busiest rooms — the Pearl District and downtown run the highest checks. Most working Portland servers take home roughly $160–$360 on a strong night with tips.
What is Startender?
Startender is a private, invite-only network where Portland venues discover and book hospitality talent directly — bartenders, servers, cooks, chefs, hosts and more. It’s free for talent: build a profile that works like a portfolio and get found by real restaurants, bars and clubs.

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