What are the main factors that influence a Catering Assistant'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 Catering Assistant?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Catering Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Catering Assistant's salary?

A Catering Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $31,697 for beginners, reaching about $32,465 at mid-level, and approach $32,634 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Catering Assistant?

Catering Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Catering Assistant roles are District of Columbia $35,051, California $34,918, Massachusetts $34,453. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Catering Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Catering Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Catering: $80,769; Catering Director: $79,724; Assistant Catering Sales Manager: $57,166; ASSISTANT VENUE AND CATERING MANAGER: $52,862; Catering Manager: $52,331.

Catering Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Catering Assistant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Catering Assistant in Delaware is $32,059 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $15.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $36,449
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $29,531 to $34,357
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $27,229

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Catering Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$34,357	$2,863	$661	$17
Average	$32,059	$2,672	$617	$15
25th Percentile	$29,531	$2,461	$568	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Catering Assistant Salaries

A Catering Assistant'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 Catering Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Catering Assistant'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): $31,697
Early Career (1-2 years): $31,958
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $32,465
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $32,566
Expert (over 8 years): $32,634

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Catering Assistant	$31,697
Intermediate Level Catering Assistant	$31,958
Senior Level Catering Assistant	$32,465
Specialist Level Catering Assistant	$32,566
Expert Level Catering Assistant	$32,634

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How Do Catering Assistant 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 Catering Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $35,051.
California: $34,918.
Massachusetts: $34,453.

District of Columbia $35,051 California $34,918 Massachusetts $34,453 Washington $34,326 New Jersey $34,313 Alaska $34,269 Connecticut $33,832 New York $33,655

Hawaii $33,088 Rhode Island $32,822 Maryland $32,642 Minnesota $32,395 Colorado $32,300 Illinois $32,268 Oregon $32,148 Delaware $32,059

New Hampshire $32,004 Virginia $31,879 Pennsylvania $31,515 Nevada $31,331 North Dakota $31,271 Michigan $31,176 Wisconsin $31,141 Vermont $31,072

Texas $30,879 Maine $30,866 Arizona $30,847 Ohio $30,825 Georgia $30,533 Indiana $30,388 Wyoming $30,359 Utah $30,315

Iowa $30,296 Kansas $30,144 Louisiana $30,100 North Carolina $30,084 Missouri $30,078 Florida $29,954 Montana $29,888 Nebraska $29,824

Kentucky $29,790 South Carolina $29,663 Tennessee $29,584 Idaho $29,552 New Mexico $29,321 Oklahoma $29,270 Alabama $29,084 South Dakota $28,770

Arkansas $28,599 West Virginia $28,507 Mississippi $28,232

Top Paying Cities for Catering Assistants

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: $31,915
Little Creek: $32,149
Magnolia: $32,102

Lincoln, DE $31,915 Little Creek, DE $32,149 Magnolia, DE $32,102 Milford, DE $31,996 Marydel, DE $32,049 Millsboro, DE $31,781 Millville, DE $31,830 Milton, DE $31,885

Nassau, DE $31,908 Ocean View, DE $31,825 Rehoboth Beach, DE $31,886 Seaford, DE $31,904 Selbyville, DE $31,772 Smyrna, DE $32,171 Viola, DE $32,023 Woodside, DE $32,109

Bear, DE $32,035 Newark, DE $32,023 Claymont, DE $32,088 Delaware City, DE $32,055 Hockessin, DE $32,020 Kirkwood, DE $32,049 Middletown, DE $32,061 Montchanin, DE $32,027

New Castle, DE $32,032 Odessa, DE $32,077 Port Penn, DE $32,098 Rockland, DE $32,030 Saint Georges, DE $32,051 Townsend, DE $32,100 Winterthur, DE $32,034 Lewes, DE $31,898

Wilmington, DE $32,021 Dover, DE $32,149 Dover Afb, DE $31,979 Bethany Beach, DE $31,791 Bethel, DE $31,824 Bridgeville, DE $31,899 Camden Wyoming, DE $32,058 Cheswold, DE $32,138

Clayton, DE $32,139 Dagsboro, DE $31,769 Delmar, DE $31,718 Ellendale, DE $31,814 Felton, DE $31,994 Fenwick Island, DE $31,776 Frankford, DE $31,721 Frederica, DE $32,025

Georgetown, DE $31,757 Greenwood, DE $31,904 Harbeson, DE $31,791 Harrington, DE $31,953 Hartly, DE $32,052 Houston, DE $31,907 Kenton, DE $32,141 Laurel, DE $31,738

Yorklyn, DE $32,029

Catering Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Catering Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Catering Assistant positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Catering Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Catering Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$40,074	$19.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$38,471	$18.0	20%
Software & Networking	$38,471	$18.0	20%
Healthcare	$36,868	$18.0	15%
Biotechnology	$35,265	$17.0	10%

Catering Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Catering Assistant'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$29,531

Average $32,059/year

$34,357

$2,461

Average $2,672/month

$2,863

$568

Average $617/week

$661

$14

Average $15/hour

$17

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$34,357	$2,863	$661	$17
Average	$32,059	$2,672	$617	$15
25th Percentile	$29,531	$2,461	$568	$14

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