Hooters waitress reveals the jaw-dropping pay she makes in just a single day’s work

A Hooters waitress has revealed how much money she makes in just four hours.

Maia Marie, a 23-year-old waitress, surprised her 25,000 social media fans by earning more than $450 in just one half shift at the chain.

“I ended up walking away with $451,” Marie said in a viral TikTok video that’s been viewed 3.8 million times. So over a full shift, it would likely be double that.

“This is your sign to sign up at Hooters,” Marie said, waving a wad of cash in her manicured hands.

Marie said that although the restaurant was busy, she still enjoyed the service because one of her regulars was there.

Hooters is known for its scantily clad waitresses

“My regular customer bought me cheesecake,” she told her viewers.

Fans of the chain are known to be drawn to the attractive and scantily clad waitresses, as Marie’s admirer admitted.

“I drive an hour out of my way because you have an amazing body, an amazing personality and I can talk to you about anything,” he says on TikTok.

“It’s just refreshing that I can do that.”

In a separate video, Marie discusses the pros and cons of working for the famous chain.

“A professional would be the obvious one, the money,” she said, wearing her classic low-cut Hooters crop top.

‘This job has paid my bills, my travel, and my vacations.

“Another benefit is the friendships you make. I’ve met some of the best girls working at Hooters,” she explained.

The waitress said her job has boosted her confidence and she enjoys dressing up for holidays like Halloween.

However, Marie acknowledges that there are also disadvantages to being a Hooters girl.

“The biggest scam would be the creepy men. I always knew men were weird, but when I started working at Hooters, it opened up a whole new level.

“There are men who really make you feel uncomfortable,” she said.

‘Another disadvantage is that this job requires you to have an energetic presence. You have to show that every time you come here.’

Hooters suddenly closed 40 stores last month as the chain struggles with declining customer numbers and rising rent and food costs.

Marie advised others to apply to the chain and show her money at the same time

Hooters staff are known to get generous tips

Hooters closed 40 stores last month and is struggling with declining customer numbers

Sales at Bombshells, a Texas-based competitor to Hooters, fell 16.2 percent

Bosses stressed that the 41-year-old brand “remains highly resilient and relevant” and highlighted a new range of Hooters frozen foods being sold in supermarkets across America.

“Like many other restaurants under pressure from current market conditions, Hooters has made the difficult decision to close a number of underperforming locations,” a spokesperson told DailyMail.com.

“We look forward to continuing to serve our guests at home, on the go, and in our restaurants in the U.S. and around the world.”

Hooters will have about 300 restaurants worldwide after the closures, down from 333 in 2018, Techonomic said.

Meanwhile, another so-called ‘breastaurant’ chain, Bombshells, is experiencing a sharp drop in sales.

Bombshells is a chain of military-themed restaurants founded in Texas where waitresses wear crop tops and bullet belts.

Bombshells’ revenue fell 16.2 percent in the April-June quarter compared to the same period a year ago.