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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Catering Operations Manager in Ohio is $52,621 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.
However, a Catering Operations Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Catering Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $60,664 | $5,055 | $1,167 | $29 |
| Average | $52,621 | $4,385 | $1,012 | $25 |
| 25th Percentile | $46,320 | $3,860 | $891 | $22 |
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A Catering Operations Manager'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Catering Operations Manager'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Catering Operations Manager | $49,690 |
| Intermediate Level Catering Operations Manager | $49,970 |
| Senior Level Catering Operations Manager | $51,843 |
| Specialist Level Catering Operations Manager | $54,040 |
| Expert Level Catering Operations Manager | $54,987 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Operations Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
Understanding how a Catering Operations Manager'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $60,664 | $5,055 | $1,167 | $29 |
| Average | $52,621 | $4,385 | $1,012 | $25 |
| 25th Percentile | $46,320 | $3,860 | $891 | $22 |
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