As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Catering Attendant in the US is $26,690, equivalent to $13 per hour, $513 weekly, or $2,224 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Catering Attendant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Catering Attendant in the US vary widely, spanning from $22,546 to $30,309. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($24,521) and 75th percentile ($28,584), while top earners (90th percentile) make $30,309 per year. This $4,063 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Point of Sale, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Catering Attendant often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 24 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Catering Attendant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Catering Attendant Salary $22,546 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Catering Attendant Salary $24,521 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Catering Attendant Salary $26,690 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Catering Attendant Salary $28,584 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Catering Attendant Salary $30,309 US August 01, 2026
25% $24,521 10% $22,546 90% $30,309 75% $28,584 $26,690 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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