A waitress is a person who works in the food service industry, typically in a restaurant, diner, or cafe. They are responsible for taking orders, serving food and drinks, and providing customer service. The term 'waitress' can also be used to refer to a female SERVER. The crossword solutions for the term 'waitress' are 'SERVER' (6 letters) and 'NIPPY' (5 letters). 'SERVER' is a job title that is often used interchangeably with 'waitress' and refers to someone who serves food and drinks to customers. 'NIPPY' is an adjective that means brisk or lively, which could be used to describe the speed and efficiency of a waitress.