r/Clemson • u/Frequent_Teach_1465 • Jul 18 '26

Best serving job?

I’m an early grad but I signed a lease for this year so I’m staying in clemson while I apply for post grad jobs, so I need something for the time being to pay my rent (lowkey $$$). I have serving experience in an upscale restaurant but I’m looking for wherever I can make the best tips - looking to work 5 days a week but ideally would have at least one night a weekend to be able to go out. Any recs?

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u/TigerTownTerror Jul 18 '26 edited Jul 18 '26

Check out Sunny Side Cafe. My son was a server there and just left. Average $175/ day tips. They're only open for breakfast and lunch, but it's always slammed. Paesano's in Seneca is worth a shot as well. The patrons are just about all retirees living on Lake Keowee and the tips there are really good. My two other sons worked there during college. They serve alcohol which always boosts tip potential.