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Food Service Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.

Median salary

$65,310

Typical range

$42k – $105k

Job outlook

+6% (faster than average)

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Education

Typical entry: No degree required

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Typical progression

  1. Junior Food Service Managers

    Entry / Junior

    $42,380

    ~2 yrs to advance

  2. Food Service Managers

    Established

    $65,310

    ~3 yrs to advance

  3. Senior Food Service Managers

    Senior

    $85,365

Key skills

A typical day

  • Count money and make bank deposits.
  • Establish standards for personnel performance and customer service.
  • Keep records required by government agencies regarding sanitation or food subsidies.
  • Schedule staff hours and assign duties.
  • Investigate and resolve complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodations.

Fields of study

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