What is the average hourly wage for Food Service Managers?

The median hourly wage for Food Service Managers is $28.58 per hour. This translates to approximately $59,440 per year working full-time.

What states pay Food Service Managers the most?

Salaries for Food Service Managers vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a food service manager?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Food Service Managers Salary

Name: Food Service Managers Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$59,440

$28.58 / hour

▲ 3% (Average)

Salary Range

$31,503 - $102,237

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

316,800

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Food Service Managers Salary by Percentile

$31,503 $102,237

10th pct Median: $59,440 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$31,503	$15.15
25th Percentile	$42,797	$20.58
50th (Median)	$59,440	$28.58
75th Percentile	$82,027	$39.44
90th (Top Earners)	$102,237	$49.15
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Food Service Managers

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$78,461	$37.72
2	California (CA)	$74,300	$35.72
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$72,517	$34.86
4	New York (NY)	$72,517	$34.86
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$71,328	$34.29
6	Connecticut (CT)	$70,139	$33.72
7	Maryland (MD)	$70,139	$33.72
8	Hawaii (HI)	$68,356	$32.86
9	Alaska (AK)	$66,573	$32.01
10	Washington (WA)	$66,573	$32.01
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Food Service Managers

Food Service Managers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the management sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Food Service Managers

Projected Growth

+3%

2022-2032

▲ 3% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

366,100

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Food Service Managers make?

The median annual salary for Food Service Managers is $59,440 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $31,503, while the top 10% earn $102,237 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Food Service Managers?

Food Service Managers earn a median hourly wage of $28.58 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $59,440 annually.

Is Food Service Managers a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $59,440, Food Service Managers represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Average (3% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Food Service Managers need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.