What are the main factors that influence a Banquet Server's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Banquet Server's salary?

A Banquet Server's salary grows with experience: starting around $32,143 for beginners, reaching about $33,409 at mid-level, and approach $33,687 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Banquet Server?

Banquet Server salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Banquet Server roles are District of Columbia $35,689, California $35,554, Massachusetts $35,080. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Banquet Server roles make?

Salaries for Banquet Server level roles vary by specialization: Banquet Chef: $59,100; Banquet Cook: $58,637; Banquet Manager: $52,471; Banquet Captain: $35,000; Lead Banquet Server - Casino: $34,990.

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Banquet Server Salary in Delaware

How much does a Banquet Server make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Banquet Server in Delaware is $32,643 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.

However, a Banquet Server's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $37,095
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $29,847 to $34,974
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $27,302

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Banquet Server Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$34,974	$2,914	$673	$17
Average	$32,643	$2,720	$628	$16
25th Percentile	$29,847	$2,487	$574	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Banquet Server Salaries

A Banquet Server's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Banquet Server Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Banquet Server's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $32,143
Early Career (1-2 years): $32,643
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $33,409
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $33,513
Expert (over 8 years): $33,687

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Banquet Server	$32,143
Intermediate Level Banquet Server	$32,643
Senior Level Banquet Server	$33,409
Specialist Level Banquet Server	$33,513
Expert Level Banquet Server	$33,687

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How Do Banquet Server Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Banquet Servers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $35,689.
California: $35,554.
Massachusetts: $35,080.

District of Columbia $35,689 California $35,554 Massachusetts $35,080 Washington $34,951 New Jersey $34,938 Alaska $34,893 Connecticut $34,448 New York $34,268

Hawaii $33,691 Rhode Island $33,420 Maryland $33,236 Minnesota $32,985 Colorado $32,888 Illinois $32,856 Oregon $32,734 Delaware $32,643

New Hampshire $32,587 Virginia $32,460 Pennsylvania $32,089 Nevada $31,902 North Dakota $31,841 Michigan $31,744 Wisconsin $31,709 Vermont $31,638

Texas $31,441 Maine $31,428 Arizona $31,409 Ohio $31,386 Georgia $31,090 Indiana $30,941 Wyoming $30,912 Utah $30,867

Iowa $30,848 Kansas $30,693 Louisiana $30,648 North Carolina $30,632 Missouri $30,626 Florida $30,500 Montana $30,432 Nebraska $30,368

Kentucky $30,332 South Carolina $30,203 Tennessee $30,123 Idaho $30,090 New Mexico $29,855 Oklahoma $29,804 Alabama $29,613 South Dakota $29,294

Arkansas $29,120 West Virginia $29,027 Mississippi $28,746

Top Paying Cities for Banquet Servers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $33,784
Little Creek: $33,472
Magnolia: $33,610

Lincoln, DE $33,784 Little Creek, DE $33,472 Magnolia, DE $33,610 Milford, DE $33,784 Marydel, DE $33,346 Millsboro, DE $33,784 Millville, DE $34,010 Milton, DE $33,784

Nassau, DE $33,784 Ocean View, DE $34,010 Rehoboth Beach, DE $34,010 Seaford, DE $33,430 Selbyville, DE $34,010 Smyrna, DE $33,307 Viola, DE $33,610 Woodside, DE $33,514

Bear, DE $33,062 Newark, DE $33,075 Claymont, DE $33,101 Delaware City, DE $33,075 Hockessin, DE $33,101 Kirkwood, DE $33,075 Middletown, DE $33,240 Montchanin, DE $33,101

New Castle, DE $33,101 Odessa, DE $33,285 Port Penn, DE $32,985 Rockland, DE $33,101 Saint Georges, DE $33,075 Townsend, DE $33,236 Winterthur, DE $33,101 Lewes, DE $33,784

Wilmington, DE $33,101 Dover, DE $33,456 Dover Afb, DE $33,533 Bethany Beach, DE $34,010 Bethel, DE $33,430 Bridgeville, DE $33,784 Camden Wyoming, DE $33,491 Cheswold, DE $33,378

Clayton, DE $33,294 Dagsboro, DE $34,010 Delmar, DE $33,430 Ellendale, DE $33,784 Felton, DE $33,784 Fenwick Island, DE $34,010 Frankford, DE $34,010 Frederica, DE $33,784

Georgetown, DE $33,784 Greenwood, DE $33,784 Harbeson, DE $33,784 Harrington, DE $33,784 Hartly, DE $33,278 Houston, DE $33,784 Kenton, DE $33,294 Laurel, DE $33,430

Yorklyn, DE $33,101

Banquet Server Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Banquet Server's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$29,847

Average $32,643/year

$34,974

$2,487

Average $2,720/month

$2,914

$574

Average $628/week

$673

$14

Average $16/hour

$17

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$34,974	$2,914	$673	$17
Average	$32,643	$2,720	$628	$16
25th Percentile	$29,847	$2,487	$574	$14

Banquet Server Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Banquet Server, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Banquet Server Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Banquet Supervisor	$35,389	8%
Catering Coordinator	$46,334	42%
Catering Sales Manager	$57,511	76%

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