Waitress (noun)

A female server in a restaurant who serves customers at their tables.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from wait + -ress, on the pattern of cook.

Examples:

1. The waitress brought the menus and took their drink orders.
2. She worked as a waitress to earn money for college.
3. The waitress was attentive and friendly.
4. The waitress recommended the chef's special for dinner.
5. The waitress cleared the table and asked if they would like dessert.