What are the main factors that influence a Food Services Supervisor's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Food Services Supervisor?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Food Services Supervisor roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Food Services Supervisor's salary?

A Food Services Supervisor's salary grows with experience: starting around $64,816 for beginners, reaching about $67,461 at mid-level, and approach $71,650 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Food Services Supervisor?

Food Services Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Food Services Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $73,756, California $73,476, Massachusetts $72,497. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Food Services Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Food Services Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Food Services Director - Healthcare: $127,053; Food and Nutrition Services Supervisor: $56,090; Clinical Food and Meal Services Supervisor: $43,900; Food Services Supervisor - Healthcare: $43,876; Resident Food Services Supervisor: $43,840.

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Food Services Supervisor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Food Services Supervisor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Food Services Supervisor in Delaware is $67,461 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Food Services Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,907
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,372 to $78,687
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,918

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Food Services Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,687	$6,557	$1,513	$38
Average	$67,461	$5,622	$1,297	$32
25th Percentile	$60,372	$5,031	$1,161	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Food Services Supervisor Salaries

A Food Services Supervisor'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 Food Services Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Food Services Supervisor'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): $64,816
Early Career (1-2 years): $65,133
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,461
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $71,147
Expert (over 8 years): $71,650

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Food Services Supervisor	$64,816
Intermediate Level Food Services Supervisor	$65,133
Senior Level Food Services Supervisor	$67,461
Specialist Level Food Services Supervisor	$71,147
Expert Level Food Services Supervisor	$71,650

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How Do Food Services Supervisor 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 Food Services Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $73,756.
California: $73,476.
Massachusetts: $72,497.

District of Columbia $73,756 California $73,476 Massachusetts $72,497 Washington $72,231 New Jersey $72,204 Alaska $72,111 Connecticut $71,191 New York $70,818

Hawaii $69,626 Rhode Island $69,066 Maryland $68,687 Minnesota $68,167 Colorado $67,967 Illinois $67,901 Oregon $67,648 Delaware $67,461

New Hampshire $67,344 Virginia $67,081 Pennsylvania $66,315 Nevada $65,929 North Dakota $65,802 Michigan $65,602 Wisconsin $65,529 Vermont $65,383

Texas $64,976 Maine $64,950 Arizona $64,910 Ohio $64,863 Georgia $64,250 Indiana $63,944 Wyoming $63,884 Utah $63,791

Iowa $63,751 Kansas $63,431 Louisiana $63,338 North Carolina $63,304 Missouri $63,291 Florida $63,031 Montana $62,891 Nebraska $62,758

Kentucky $62,685 South Carolina $62,418 Tennessee $62,252 Idaho $62,185 New Mexico $61,699 Oklahoma $61,592 Alabama $61,199 South Dakota $60,540

Arkansas $60,180 West Virginia $59,987 Mississippi $59,407

Top Paying Cities for Food Services Supervisors

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: $67,157
Little Creek: $67,649
Magnolia: $67,552

Lincoln, DE $67,157 Little Creek, DE $67,649 Magnolia, DE $67,552 Milford, DE $67,328 Marydel, DE $67,438 Millsboro, DE $66,875 Millville, DE $66,979 Milton, DE $67,095

Nassau, DE $67,143 Ocean View, DE $66,967 Rehoboth Beach, DE $67,096 Seaford, DE $67,134 Selbyville, DE $66,856 Smyrna, DE $67,695 Viola, DE $67,384 Woodside, DE $67,565

Bear, DE $67,409 Newark, DE $67,384 Claymont, DE $67,522 Delaware City, DE $67,451 Hockessin, DE $67,378 Kirkwood, DE $67,438 Middletown, DE $67,464 Montchanin, DE $67,393

New Castle, DE $67,403 Odessa, DE $67,498 Port Penn, DE $67,543 Rockland, DE $67,400 Saint Georges, DE $67,443 Townsend, DE $67,547 Winterthur, DE $67,408 Lewes, DE $67,121

Wilmington, DE $67,381 Dover, DE $67,649 Dover Afb, DE $67,292 Bethany Beach, DE $66,897 Bethel, DE $66,966 Bridgeville, DE $67,124 Camden Wyoming, DE $67,458 Cheswold, DE $67,627

Clayton, DE $67,629 Dagsboro, DE $66,850 Delmar, DE $66,743 Ellendale, DE $66,945 Felton, DE $67,322 Fenwick Island, DE $66,865 Frankford, DE $66,748 Frederica, DE $67,389

Georgetown, DE $66,825 Greenwood, DE $67,135 Harbeson, DE $66,896 Harrington, DE $67,237 Hartly, DE $67,446 Houston, DE $67,141 Kenton, DE $67,632 Laurel, DE $66,785

Yorklyn, DE $67,398

Food Services Supervisor Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Food Services Supervisor salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $75,455. While startup companies pay approximate $63,812.

Food Services Supervisor Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$63,812
Growth Stage	51~500	$67,491
Established	501~5000	$72,866
Enterprise	5000+	$75,455

Food Services Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Food Services Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Food Services Supervisor positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Food Services Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Food Services Supervisor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$80,953	$39.0	20%
Biotechnology	$77,580	$37.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$76,906	$37.0	14%
Energy & Utilities	$75,556	$36.0	12%
Internet	$74,207	$36.0	10%

Food Services Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Food Services Supervisor'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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$60,372

Average $67,461/year

$78,687

$5,031

Average $5,622/month

$6,557

$1,161

Average $1,297/week

$1,513

$29

Average $32/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,687	$6,557	$1,513	$38
Average	$67,461	$5,622	$1,297	$32
25th Percentile	$60,372	$5,031	$1,161	$29

Food Services Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

Food Services Supervisor

Food & Beverage Manager

Food Services Manager

Regional Restaurant Manager

Food & Beverage Senior Manager

Restaurant Director

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Food Services Supervisor, 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.

Food Services Supervisor Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Food & Beverage Manager	$91,716	36%
Food Services Manager	$86,918	29%
Regional Restaurant Manager	$87,318	29%

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