Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.
Food Service Managers
SOC: 11-9051 O*NET: 11-9051.00
Median Salary
$65,310
per year
Job Growth
📈 6.4%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
42
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$39,186
25th
$52,248
50th (Median)
$65,310
75th
$78,372
90th
$97,965
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:352,800
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+6.4%
Annual Openings:42,000
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)352,800
Current
2034 (Projected)375,300
+6.4%
+22,600
Employment Change
+6.4%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Management of Personnel Resources
Management of Personnel Resources
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Coordination
Coordination
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Time Management
Time Management
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Administration and Management
✓
Food Production
✓
English Language
✓
Personnel and Human Resources
✓
Sales and Marketing
✓
Mathematics
✓
Administrative
✓
Production and Processing
✓
Education and Training
Education & Training
Education Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience Required
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Job Training
Training of a few months to a year