Long shifts, aching feet, chaotic tables—but still gotta look and feel good. This list has everything I swear by as a full-time server to stay energized, organized, and cute through it all. Whether you're just starting out or you're deep in the game,...
These saved my feet. Walked 20K+ steps in a shift and didn’t cry.✔️ Slip-resistant ✔️ Still low-key stylish ✔️ All-black = dress code friendly
Slip Resistant Work Shoes
Lifesaver for swollen legs—especially on doubles. ✔️ Reduces foot/leg fatigue ✔️ Comes in black & beige ✔️ Actually cute under pants
Amazon.com: Compression Socks
Holds my pens, cash, and sanity. ✔️ Sleek black or custom colors ✔️ Zipper side for tips ✔️ Magnetic guest check clip
Server Books For Waitress
Write smooth + stay where I put them (sort of). ✔️ Click-style, no caps to lose ✔️ Smudge-proof ✔️ Comes in a bulk pack
Pen Pack
I work in fine dining and this has saved me from red wine disasters at least 5 times. ✔️ Fits in your apron ✔️ Works fast ✔️ Not just for uniforms—lifesaver on white sneakers too
Tide To Go Instant Stain Remover 0.33oz x3
Keep it tight, but make it aesthetic.✔️ Neutral-colored claw clips ✔️ Dress-code safe
Claw Clips
your job should have these but just in case they dont lol
Guest Checks
Because if you work in fine dining like I do you will not get far without this
Best Wine Key
My job requires me to have a personal bank just in case , so I got these little change pouches and they are soooo cute. That way I don’t have cash floating in my apron and it’s separate from cash I owe the restaurant
Teircno 2 Pack Soft Corduroy Smiley Coin Purse
You will need this trust me all that talking to the guests dried your mouth out lol
Chapstick
I put these on before work and I look fresh off the lash tech table
KEYYOU 144pcs DIY Lash Extension Kit Y01
A secret trick to win over the parents and the kids at the end of service let the kids pick a sticker !
