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Food Service Managers
Role Overview
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages. Excludes “Chefs and Head Cooks” (35-1011).
Recommended Majors
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Hospitality Administration/Management, Other.
Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Washington | $92,290 |
| Massachusetts | $85,940 |
| Hawaii | $82,380 |
| Alaska | $82,300 |
| Rhode Island | $82,300 |
| Colorado | $82,270 |
| New York | $80,170 |
| District of Columbia | $80,040 |
| New Jersey | $79,370 |
| Connecticut | $76,860 |
| Minnesota | $76,780 |
| Delaware | $76,210 |
| New Hampshire | $75,190 |
| California | $75,140 |
| Vermont | $72,740 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), BLS Employment Projections.
Median Annual Salary
$65,310
Projected Growth (10yr)
+6.4%
Avg. annual openings
42.0k
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