Seasoned Servers Are Revealing Hilarious Rookie Mistakes They Made On The Job (20+ Pics)

When starting a new job, one of the challenges is adapting and learning as you go. Waiting tables is known for being a job that requires hands-on experience to truly get the hang of it.

While some people may pick it up faster than others, if you stick with it, you’ll eventually get the hang of serving tables. Regardless, you will have a plethora of funny stories about rookie mistakes by the time you stop waiting tables.

Take a look at the responses to this question posted in r/TalesFromYourServer by u/RootlesssCosmo, who inquired, “What’s the funniest rookie mistake you made or know of?” after sharing their experience as a new server first solo table.


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When he's not doomscrolling Twitter or writing for Pleated-Jeans, Nate Armbruster writes jokes—and then tells them on stage as a stand-up comedian, where he can watch audiences (hopefully) laugh in real-time.