As a waiter in the hospitality industry, you can expect to earn an average salary of N$2,000 – N10,000 per month. The average waiter’s salary in Namibia is quite reasonable, especially when compared to countries like South Africa and Zimbabwe, where waiters earn considerably less.
The main areas of employment for waiters in Namibia include restaurants, hotels, and bars. As a waiter, you will usually be required to wear a uniform and attend mandatory training sessions in order to be qualified to work in the hospitality industry.
The majority of waiters in Namibia are employed in the informal sector, where they work as self-employed individuals or as part of a small business. The average waiter’s salary in the informal sector is lower than in the formal sector, due to the lack of benefits and stability.
Nevertheless, waiters in the informal sector are able to earn a decent income thanks to the high demand for their services.