Food Server salary in Kenya

Average Yearly Salary of Food Server in Kenya is approximately 386,208 KES (2,439 USD). Data is for 2025 and indicates a pre-tax value. The salary itself depends on multiple factors such as seniority, job performance, certifications, experience or any other bonuses. The value indicated is an average amount based on records we have in database. Real values may vary. The data is for orientational purposes.

What does Food Server do?

A food server, also known as a waiter or waitress, is responsible for taking orders and serving food and beverages to customers in a restaurant or dining establishment. Their primary role is to ensure that guests have a pleasant dining experience by providing excellent customer service. Food servers greet customers, explain menu items, take accurate orders, and relay them to the kitchen staff. They also serve food and drinks, refill beverages, and address any customer concerns or requests. Additionally, they handle bill payments and maintain cleanliness in their assigned areas.

Skills: Food service, Customer service, Hospitality, Restaurant industry, Waitstaff, Dining experience
Job industry: Hospitality

How much does Food Server make?

Difference in salary year over year or average salary increase is approximately 4 %


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Salary comparison to National average

Is Food Server a well paid job?

No, our data shows that Food Server is quite an underpaid paid job. The salary varies based on experience. Meaning that even though Food Server might be a low paying job, with experience the salary might increase to satisfactory levels.

What is considered a high salary for Food Server?

High salary for Food Server would be somewhere between 424,829 KES and 560,002 KES. However this is an estimation based on Gaussian Distribution.

How much can you save working as Food Server in Kenya?

Living in Kenya the approximate monthly expenses are: 240 USD. This amount covers basic needs such as food, housing, clothing, healthcare and education costs for a single person. No luxury expenses such as traveling, leisure, hobbies are included in the estimation.

Estimated Yearly Salary: 386,208 KES
Estimated Monthly Salary: 32,184 KES
Estimated Weekly Salary: 7,427 KES per week
Estimated Hourly Salary: 186 KES per hour
Our data indicates that by working as Food Server you will not be able to save much money and will likely need to make adjustments to your lifestyle to go comfortably through the month.

NOTE: These values are estimates and are averaged for the whole country. Furthermore the value is likely exaggerated as no other expenses are taken into account in the projection. Unessential expenses are very subjective and are difficult to assess. Most likely the previously estimated number is significantly lower for majority of people. Expenses in different cities across the country may vary. Above values accuracy is low and is based on limited set of data obtained.

For more information regarding expenses in Kenya, see costs of living in Kenya.

Salary comparison to region and neighbouring coutries

Country's neighbours are: Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda..
To make it easier for comparison a conversion from local currency to USD has been made (conversion rates may vary).

Estimated Yearly Salary for Food Server

Last revision of data: 2025-01-04

Salary increase per years of experience

Based on data available the salary increase per years of experience is as following

0 years (beginner) equals base salary

1 to 5 years of experience yields +12% salary increase

6 to 10 years of experience yields +25% salary increase

11 to 15 years of experience yields +16% salary increase

16 to 25 years of experience yields +9% salary increase

more than 25 years of experience yields +10% salary increase

NOTE: Details based on limited set of data. Percentages may vary. The salary increase over years of experience can vary widely based on factors such as job industry, job role, location, company size, and individual performance. To gain even larger increase in salary one is advised to switch jobs and / or employer.

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