Food Service, Waiter/Waitress, and Dining Room Management/Manager at Milwaukee Area Technical College in Milwaukee, WI

Personal & Culinary Services CERTIFICATE CIP 12.0507

Total Graduates

23

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

39%

9 of 23

Female Graduates

61%

14 of 23

Annual Tuition

$4,386

In-state rate

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Food Service, Waiter/Waitress, and Dining Room Management/Manager.
Degree Level CERTIFICATE
CIP Code 12.0507
Program Family Personal & Culinary Services

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 23 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 39% male, 61% female

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$42,010

10-Year Job Growth

+6%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$33,608+6%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$31,508

Peak Salary

$52,513

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (7)

Management of Personnel Resources
Coordination
Speaking
Monitoring
Instructing
Active Listening
Service Orientation

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

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.

Your Future Work Environment

🏢

Indoor

Setting

💪

Moderate

Physical Demands

👥

Small Team

Team Size

✈️

Occasional

Travel

Work Schedule

✓ Regular Hours Flexible 45 hrs/week

Indoor/Outdoor

75% indoor

Autonomy Level

Moderate

Overtime Expectations

Regular hours are typical, overtime is rare

Customer Interaction

CONSTANT

⚠️ Safety Considerations

• May involve hazardous conditions

• Protective equipment required

Health risks to be aware of:

  • • Contaminants
  • • Radiation
  • • Disease or infections
  • • Hazardous equipment

Technology & Tools You'll Master

Digital Literacy Required

EXPERT

Technology Intensity

VERY_HIGH

Essential Software

Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Dynamics Microsoft Office software Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Project Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word

Digital Competencies You'll Develop

Advanced software proficiency
System architecture understanding
Automation and scripting
Emerging technology adaptation
Technical problem-solving
💡

Note: This program will equip you with expert level digital skills. The software and technologies listed are based on typical industry requirements for Food Service, Waiter/Waitress, and Dining Room Management/Manager..

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

E
Enterprising
C
Conventional
R
Realistic

leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Leadership roles
  • Sales
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Building things
  • Working with hands

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Confident
Persuasive
Organized
Detail-oriented
Practical
Hands-on

💡 Interests

Leadership roles
Sales
Organization
Data management
Building things
Working with hands

Work Values

Management of Personnel Resources
Speaking
Achievement
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?

2

Do you value management of personnel resources?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
💭

Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location Milwaukee, WI

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $4,386
Out-of-State Tuition $6,579
Average Net Price $9,047

Program Information

CIP Code: 12.0507
CIP Family: 12
IPEDS ID: