Food Service, Waiter/Waitress, and Dining Room Management/Manager at Milwaukee Area Technical College in Milwaukee, WI
Total Graduates
28
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
43%
12 of 28
Female Graduates
57%
16 of 28
Annual Tuition & Fees
$5,017
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Milwaukee Area Technical College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts | 13% | 69% | 52% | $5,709 |
| Baking & Pastry Arts | 20% | 68% | 58% | $5,814 |
| Baking Production | 31% | 73% | 56% | $5,117 |
| Culinary Assistant | 23% | 74% | 44% | $6,773 |
| Food Service Assistant | 74% | 66% | 45% | $5,516 |
In the Culinary Arts program at Milwaukee Area Technical College, 69% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 13% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,709 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Baking & Pastry Arts program at Milwaukee Area Technical College, 68% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 20% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,814 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Baking Production program at Milwaukee Area Technical College, 73% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 31% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,117 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Culinary Assistant program at Milwaukee Area Technical College, 74% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 23% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,773 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Food Service Assistant program at Milwaukee Area Technical College, 66% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 74% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,516 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$42,010
10-Year Job Growth
+6%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $33,608 | +6% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$31,508
Peak Salary
$52,513
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (7)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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