Food Service Manager
Food Service Managers
SOC 11-9051
How Much Does a Food Service Manager Make?
The national median salary for a Food Service Manager is $63,060 per year ($30.32/hour), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024 data).
That's roughly in line with the national median salary of $65,470 for all occupations.
How to Become a Food Service Manager
ServSafe manager certification typically required
Food Service Manager Job Outlook
Faster than avg — the BLS projects 5% growth from 2024 to 2034.
That's faster than the average across all occupations (4%).
About 36,500 positions are expected to open annually, from both new roles and replacement needs.
Restaurant growth; food delivery operations
What It's Like to Work as a Food Service Manager
This role involves significant physical labor.
This role typically requires in-person work at a specific location.
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Career data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2024-34 projections (released August 2025). Salary data: BLS OEWS May 2024.
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