As of August 01, 2025, Catering Senior Managers in the United States earn an average annual salary of $78,926 with an hourly rate of $38. Salary ranges from $68,929 (10th percentile) to $102,369 (90th percentile), with the majority earning between $73,693 (25th percentile) and $91,197 (75th percentile). Compensation varies based on experience, skills, company size, and local market factors - all explored below.
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Last Updated on August 01, 2025An entry-level Catering Senior Manager with less than 1 year of experience earns about $76,973. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $77,208. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $77,989. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $81,124, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $83,505.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Catering Senior Manager | $76,973 |
| Intermediate Level Catering Senior Manager | $77,208 |
| Senior Level Catering Senior Manager | $77,989 |
| Specialist Level Catering Senior Manager | $81,124 |
| Expert Level Catering Senior Manager | $83,505 |
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According to our 100% employer reported salary sources the median salary for a Catering Senior Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is $69,747 - $81,080. Please try our salary wizard to explore how other factors like location, Years of experience and number of direct reports can impact your base pay and bonus.
Catering Senior Manager Salaries by Degree Level
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| High School | 20.2% |
| Associates | 16.0% |
| Bachelors | 54.3% |
| Masters | 9.6% |
As of August 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Catering Senior Manager compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $69,237 in 2023 to approximately $68,604 in 2025. (For a detailed analysis of Catering Senior Manager salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
| Median | % of Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Base Salary | $78,926 | 59.9% |
| Bonus | $17,008 | 12.9% |
| Median | % of Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Social Security | $7,339 | 5.6% |
| 401K/403B | $4,509 | 3.4% |
| Disability | $767 | 0.6% |
| Healthcare | $6,056 | 4.6% |
| Pension | $5,276 | 4.0% |
| Time Off | $11,807 | 9.0% |
| Total Compensation | $131,689 | 100% |
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The average annual salary of Catering Senior Manager is $78,926. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Catering Senior Manager is $38; the average weekly pay of Catering Senior Manager is $1,518; the average monthly pay of Catering Senior Manager is $6,577.
A Catering Senior Manager's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Catering Senior Manager earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Catering Senior Manager is $99,549.
The highest pay for Catering Senior Manager is $102,369.
The lowest pay for Catering Senior Manager is $68,929.
Oversees all of the catering operations including booking, selecting, and pricing menu items, and acquiring and renting equipment. Monitors the preparation and service of food and refreshments. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. Typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments.
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