CHEF CATERING MANAGER Salary in the United States

How much does a CHEF CATERING MANAGER make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a CHEF CATERING MANAGER in the United States is $51,677 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a CHEF CATERING MANAGER's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,766
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,488 to $59,575
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,854
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CHEF CATERING MANAGER Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $59,575 $4,965 $1,146 $29
Average $51,677 $4,306 $994 $25
25th Percentile $45,488 $3,791 $875 $22
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Key Factors That Influence CHEF CATERING MANAGER Salaries

A CHEF CATERING 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects CHEF CATERING MANAGER Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a CHEF CATERING 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $48,798
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $49,074
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,912
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $53,071
  • Expert (over 8 years): $54,000
Levels Salary
Entry Level CHEF CATERING MANAGER$48,798
Intermediate Level CHEF CATERING MANAGER$49,074
Senior Level CHEF CATERING MANAGER$50,912
Specialist Level CHEF CATERING MANAGER$53,071
Expert Level CHEF CATERING MANAGER$54,000
$48,798 0 yr
$49,074 < 2 yrs
$50,912 2-4 yrs
$53,071 5-8 yrs
$54,000 > 8 yrs
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How Do CHEF CATERING MANAGER 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 CHEF CATERING MANAGERs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $57,216.
  • California: $56,999.
  • Massachusetts: $56,240.

Top Paying Cities for CHEF CATERING MANAGERs

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:

  • San Jose: $65,180
  • San Francisco: $64,466
  • Oakland: $63,108

What Skills Can Increase a CHEF CATERING MANAGER's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 6.28% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • HACCP (Mentioned in 1.54% Job Postings): HACCP is a management system in which food safety is addressed through the analysis and control of biological, chemical, and physical hazards from raw material production, procurement to manufacturing and consumption of the finished product.
  • Community Marketing (Mentioned in 0.86% Job Postings): Community marketing is a strategy to engage an audience in an active, non-intrusive prospect and customer conversation
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 6.28%
HACCP 1.54%
Community Marketing 0.86%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a CHEF CATERING MANAGER's salary.
  • Outside Sales: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Negotiating: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Networking: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Outside Sales
$60,462
17%
Negotiating
$58,911
14%
Networking
$57,878
12%
Listening
$57,361
11%
Products and Services
$56,844
10%
Problem Solving
$56,844
10%
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How Education impacts a CHEF CATERING MANAGER's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many CHEF CATERING MANAGERs enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a CHEF CATERING MANAGER with a Associate's Degree is between $50,191 and $54,976).

CHEF CATERING MANAGER Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for CHEF CATERING MANAGER
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 18.9%
Associates 16.5%
Bachelors 59.2%
Masters 5.1%
Doctorate 0.0%
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CHEF CATERING MANAGER Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a CHEF CATERING 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for CHEF CATERING MANAGER

Salaries for a CHEF CATERING MANAGER can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $42,957 in 2023 to around $42,956 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of CHEF CATERING MANAGER salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of CHEF CATERING MANAGER Over Time

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2023
$42,957
2024
$43,658
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2024 $43,658
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  • Chick-fil-A

    Columbus, OH

    Chick-fil-A | Columbus, OH

    Catering Coordinator. Our restaurant is looking for a catering coordinator who has a passion for excellence and for serving others. Along with a competitiv... more

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  • Levy Restaurants

    Columbus, OH

    Levy Restaurants | Columbus, OH

    Levy Restaurants - JobID: 4095EEE6136AD185B21E17431FCCDEB1 [Restaurant Server / Team Member] As a Catering Attendant at Levy, you'll: Ensure all food and b... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Elior North America

    Columbus, OH

    Elior North America | Columbus, OH

    Elior North America - - Responsibilities: Prepare banquet space for events. Serve customers at catered events. Clean up after events. Assist with event set... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Compass Group

    Columbus, OH

    Compass Group | Columbus, OH

    Catering Attendant (Part-Time Seasonal) at Huntington Park. Pay Range: $11.00 to $11.00. We Make Applying Easy. Want to apply to this job via text messagin... more

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  • SSA Group, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    SSA Group, LLC | Columbus, OH

    Catering Bartender. SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We in... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Brassica in the Short North

    Columbus, OH

    Brassica in the Short North | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Working at Brassica is more than just a job. As a Catering Ambassador, you play a key role in bringing our food and hospi... more

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