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The Modern Waiter Podcast

The Modern Waiter Podcast

Restaurant-Podcast | Service industry 391 Episodes Aug 19, 2026

The Modern Waiter Podcast is a show for people interested in the restaurant service industry. It features fun discussions and interviews about the service industry, relevant to both restaurant workers and guests. The host, Marlon Joseph, aims to show that a career in the restaurant business can be a legitimate profession. The podcast gives restaurant patrons a behind-the-scenes look at how restaurants work.

Episodes

Every Type of Restaurant Worker Explained (Which One Are You?)
Every Type of Restaurant Worker Explained (Which One Are You?) Aug 19, 2026 00:23:35 Every restaurant has them. From the Rockstar Server who never misses a dessert upsell to the Burned Out Manager who mentally quit two years ago, we break down every type of restaurant worker you've ever worked with or been served by. #serverlife #restaurantlifeWorking in a restaurant means navigating a cast of characters unlike any other industry. Which archetype are you? Which one is har
Is That Restaurant Credit Card Fee Even Legal?
Is That Restaurant Credit Card Fee Even Legal? Aug 13, 2026 00:14:47 Are restaurant credit card fees actually legal? Learn why these charges are appearing on your bill and where the money goes.More restaurants are adding extra costs to checks, often labeling them as credit card processing fees. If you have noticed these charges popping up over the last five years, you are not alone. In this episode, we get into why restaurants started charging credit card
TAX MISTAKE EVERY SERVER MAKES
TAX MISTAKE EVERY SERVER MAKES Aug 5, 2026 00:11:34 These three things can help restaurant servers prepare for tax season. Just a little effort throughout the year can make filing your taxes a breeze. Waiters have in inconsistent income. Worse yet the hourly rate is so low it makes tax withholdings a nightmare. Not Financial Advice. I am sharing the things that I do that takes away the surprise of if you owe taxes at the end of the ye
Budget System for Servers, Bartenders and Tipped Workers
Budget System for Servers, Bartenders and Tipped Workers Jul 29, 2026 00:21:25 Budgeting with irregular income is one of the biggest financial challenges in the service industry. In this podcast episode, we break down a practical 7-step system built for servers, bartenders, and anyone whose paycheck changes every week.#BudgetingTips #ServerLife #PersonalFinance #SavingMoneyGet Your Free Budget Guide: https://www.themodernwaiter.com/freebieFollow The Modern Waiter Po
The Mistakes That Keeps Most Servers Broke
The Mistakes That Keeps Most Servers Broke Jul 23, 2026 00:17:49 Made $1,000 last week but still feel broke as a server? These three money mistakes that keep servers and bartenders struggling, especially during slow season.Restaurant workers often deal with fluctuating income, lifestyle inflation, late-night spending, shift drinks, and the easy-come, easy-go mindset. Making good tips is only part of the equation. The bigger question is whether your mon
5 High-Paying Side Hustles for Servers (Make $500+/Week Extra)
5 High-Paying Side Hustles for Servers (Make $500+/Week Extra) Jul 16, 2026 00:15:58 Are you tired of relying solely on tips to survive? In this episode of The Modern Waiter Podcast, we are breaking down the absolute best side hustles for servers that actually pay well and fit perfectly around a fluctuating restaurant schedule and inconsistent pay.As restaurant workers, we already have elite skills in multitasking, customer service, and upselling. It’s time to leverage th
Waiting Tables vs Corporate Job | Which Career Pays Better in 2026?
Waiting Tables vs Corporate Job | Which Career Pays Better in 2026? Jul 7, 2026 00:24:33 When you work in a restaurant, everyone says "get a real job." But what if the real job pays less per hour?We ran the full hourly math on a server's income vs a corporate 9-5 job, and the numbers will change how you think about your career.Subscribe to The Modern Waiter Podcast for more real talk about server life, restaurant industry insights, and the financial side of the front of house
Waitstaff Confessions: Serving Did This to Me
Waitstaff Confessions: Serving Did This to Me Jul 2, 2026 00:24:33 Servers deal with more than carrying plates. In this episode of The Modern Waiter Podcast, we break down what actually makes this job brutal after 30+ years in the industry. The physical toll, the mental exhaustion of staying "on".New episodes every week.#RestaurantServer #WaitstaffLife #HospitalityIndustryFollow Me On Social Media:Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/themodernwaiterpodcast
Pre Tipping Gets You Better Service (Here's Why)
Pre Tipping Gets You Better Service (Here's Why) Jun 23, 2026 00:17:06 Ever feel like restaurant service is a total gamble? In this podcast episode, we reveal a game-changing sercvice industry secret that completely alters how servers treat you: Pre-Tipping.As veteran waiters working in the real world, we discuss the psychological shift that happens when a customer slides an upfront tip to establish a rapport and set expectations right from the start. We bre
Hospitality vs. Profit
Hospitality vs. Profit Jun 17, 2026 00:17:06 Are restaurant hospitality standards quietly killing your bottom line? There is a real financial and emotional cost of running a hospitality-first restaurant. Hospitality and profitability must find a balance to keep great restaurants alive.Subscribe for new episodes every week and share this with anyone in the food and beverage industry.Follow Me On Social Media:Instagramhttps://www.ins
The secret to turning first-time diners into regulars
The secret to turning first-time diners into regulars Jun 10, 2026 00:13:51 70% of first-time restaurant customers never return. Here's exactly what smart restaurants do to flip that number and turn one-time guests into loyal regulars.In this episode of The Modern Waiter Podcast, we break down the 5-step system restaurants use to increase customer retention, build loyalty, and grow revenue without spending a dollar on ads. We cover the silent signifiers servers u
4 Hours For 1 Appetizer! Waiters React to Worst Guests
4 Hours For 1 Appetizer! Waiters React to Worst Guests Jun 2, 2026 00:17:08 Restaurant Campers: The Ultimate Server Nightmare. We've all been there, that table that just WON'T leave. In this episode of The Modern Waiter Podcast, Danny and I dive into every server's worst nightmare: restaurant campers. We're breaking down a viral Reddit post about guests who stayed for FOUR HOURS, ordered only hummus and drinks, lingered an hour past closing time, and thought a 2

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