Food service managers
Salary, job outlook, AI risk & career information
Median Salary
$65,310
~$31/hr · ~$5,443/mo
US Jobs
353K
Faster than average
AI & Automation Risk
4/10
Low Risk
AI & Automation Risk
Low Risk 4/10
While AI can significantly automate administrative tasks like staff scheduling, inventory ordering, and payroll management, the core of the job requires physical presence and real-time human interaction. Managers must physically inspect facilities for safety, handle unpredictable interpersonal conflicts with staff and customers, and perform manual labor during peak hours, which provides a strong buffer against full automation.
Salary by City — What You Actually Take Home
Real purchasing power = salary adjusted for cost of living. Higher = more money in your pocket.
| City | Local Salary | Cost of Living | Real Purchasing Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnstable Town, MABEST VALUE | $92,670 | Above avg (106.5) | $87,024 |
| Kahului-Wailuku, HI | $93,070 | Above avg (107.2) | $86,825 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $93,090 | Above avg (107.4) | $86,660 |
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $85,430 | Average (98.9) | $86,393 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $95,540 | Above avg (112.7) | $84,750 |
| Ames, IA | $76,740 | Below avg (91.5) | $83,901 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $89,220 | Above avg (106.4) | $83,885 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $77,890 | Below avg (93.5) | $83,292 |
| Springfield, MA | $81,150 | Average (98.1) | $82,749 |
| Yakima, WA | $81,000 | Average (97.9) | $82,736 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA | $82,000 | Average (100.9) | $81,248 |
| Providence-Warwick, RI-MA | $82,030 | Average (101.5) | $80,809 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA | $74,910 | Below avg (92.8) | $80,764 |
| Ithaca, NY | $80,260 | Average (99.5) | $80,641 |
| Iowa City, IA | $73,960 | Below avg (91.9) | $80,487 |
Cost of Living Index: 100 = US national average. Below 100 = cheaper. Above 100 = more expensive.
Education & Requirements
Education Required
High school diploma or equivalent
10-Year Growth
+6% (Faster than average)
Hourly Rate
~$31/hr
Monthly Income
~$5,443/mo
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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OOH (2024)