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More Than Just Food and Tips

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Fiona Morten George

People think being a waitress in the U.S. is all about balancing trays, remembering orders, and smiling through chaos. And yes, part of that is true. But after years of working in diners, brunch spots, and late-night restaurants, I’ve realized something: this job teaches you more about people than any degree ever could. My day usually starts with the calm before the morning rush. The kitchen is still waking up, the coffee machine is louder than the customers, and the light coming through the windows is soft — the kind of quiet that disappears fast. Then suddenly, within minutes, the

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The Art of Eavesdropping — Life Lessons from Behind the Counter

Posted on November 5, 2025 by Fiona Morten George

There’s a quiet superpower that comes with being a waitress in America — you become invisible and observant at the same time. People talk freely around you, as if your notepad turns you into part of the wallpaper. And that’s how I’ve learned more about human nature than any psychology book could ever teach. I’ve overheard first dates and last goodbyes. Once, a nervous guy rehearsed a proposal speech to his glass of water while waiting for his girlfriend to arrive. Another time, I watched a couple sign divorce papers between bites of apple pie. Happiness and heartbreak often sit

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What I See From Behind the Counter

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Fiona Morten George

Working as a waitress in a small diner on Route 66 isn’t just about refilling coffee cups and balancing trays — it’s like watching a movie that never ends. Every day, new characters walk in, each carrying a story they might never tell, but somehow, you catch a glimpse of it between the lines of what they order and how they smile. Last week, a man in his seventies sat at the counter — neat suit, trembling hands, and a pocket watch he kept checking every few minutes. When I asked if he was waiting for someone, he smiled and

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The Power of a Smile — Lessons from Life Behind the Counter

Posted on October 6, 2025 by Fiona Morten George

Working as a waitress in the U.S. has taught me something priceless — a smile can change everything. Whether it’s a tired truck driver stopping in for coffee or a family celebrating a birthday dinner, the energy you bring to a table can completely shift someone’s mood. I still remember one evening when a couple walked in after a long day. They barely spoke to each other and looked completely drained. I greeted them with my usual cheerful “Hey folks, how’s it going tonight?” and cracked a small joke about the weather. By the time dessert came around, they were

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What They Don’t Show About Waitressing on TV

Posted on April 6, 2025 by Fiona Morten George

TV shows love the “quirky waitress” trope. That she’s always cute, has the perfect hair despite working double shifts, and she spends half of her time casually chatting with customers. They demonstrate how servers maintain a calm attitude; they carry trays as if they are weightless and never break a sweat, always having the time for drama, romance and wise life advice. Let me tell you something; That’s not real. It’s nothing close to real-life waitressing. In real life, your back starts hurting by the third hour; your feet are on fire, and you’re running table to table with frenzied

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The little customers are my favorite

Posted on March 30, 2025 by Fiona Morten George

Being a waitress is not always as easy and fancy as you think it is. It takes a toll on life, and you start to question everything when someone is rude to you. But one of the most unexpected joys of this job is the kids. Seriously, I love it when these small little creatures walk in and are filled with energy. There’s something about interacting with kids that makes life seem fun, lighter and vibrant. Although many of my coworkers dread seeing a high chair coming out, I silently light up, knowing that there’s a kid here. What I

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Drama at the restaurant

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Fiona Morten George

I get to see people at their best and worst; being a waitress means you get to look at situations you don’t want to. Birthdays, anniversaries, first dates, breakups, you name it, I’ve served it with a side of fries. But the most uncomfortable part of the job is seeing couples start to fight, loud and visibly, like nobody around them exists, and they can’t get over that one incident. It’s frustrating because you can’t do anything about it or ask them to leave, so you’re just stuck wondering when to interrupt them to ask for their order. It usually

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Why I Love My Job

Posted on December 4, 2024 by Fiona Morten George

It takes people aback when I say I like being a waitress. Many of them assume that I’m doing this just to fill in time or wait for something better to come along. As if this is just a stepping stone into a real job, not a real job. But honestly, I’m so happy here. One main reason why I enjoy this job is because it doesn’t demand heavy mental work. I’m free from being glued to the screen all day; I’m not stuck in endless meetings trying to sound smart. I dont have to hit quarterly targets or pretend

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Behind the Apron: Life as a Waitress

Posted on October 27, 2024 by Fiona Morten George

I had heard that at least once in life, we should work in customer service. I used to roll my eyes on that advice, but now I live in it, and it teaches you more about life than any other profession. My name is not essential, nor is the name of the diner I work for; what matters is how you can balance being on your feet for eight hours, carrying hot plates and fake smiles. I started waitressing because I needed the money for my college bills, rent, groceries, etc. The job seemed much simpler on the outside, take

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