What are the main factors that influence a School Cafeteria Manager'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 School Cafeteria Manager?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for School Cafeteria Manager roles, with salaries approximately 12% above the market median.

How does experience change A School Cafeteria Manager's salary?

A School Cafeteria Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $83,603 for beginners, reaching about $85,712 at mid-level, and approach $90,898 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a School Cafeteria Manager?

School Cafeteria Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for School Cafeteria Manager roles are District of Columbia $96,881, California $96,513, Massachusetts $95,227. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of School Cafeteria Manager roles make?

Salaries for School Cafeteria Manager level roles vary by specialization: School Education Manager: $157,129; School General Manager: $110,795; Manager Of School Operations: $94,837; Assistant Cafeteria Manager: $87,065; Cafeteria Manager: $85,652.

School Cafeteria Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a School Cafeteria Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a School Cafeteria Manager in Delaware is $88,612 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a School Cafeteria Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $113,363
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,763 to $101,568
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,885

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School Cafeteria Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,568	$8,464	$1,953	$49
Average	$88,612	$7,384	$1,704	$43
25th Percentile	$77,763	$6,480	$1,495	$37

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Key Factors That Influence School Cafeteria Manager Salaries

A School Cafeteria 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.

How Experience Level Affects School Cafeteria Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a School Cafeteria 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): $83,603
Early Career (1-2 years): $84,090
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,712
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $87,659
Expert (over 8 years): $90,898

Levels	Salary
Entry Level School Cafeteria Manager	$83,603
Intermediate Level School Cafeteria Manager	$84,090
Senior Level School Cafeteria Manager	$85,712
Specialist Level School Cafeteria Manager	$87,659
Expert Level School Cafeteria Manager	$90,898

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How Do School Cafeteria 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 School Cafeteria Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $96,881.
California: $96,513.
Massachusetts: $95,227.

District of Columbia $96,881 California $96,513 Massachusetts $95,227 Washington $94,877 New Jersey $94,842 Alaska $94,719 Connecticut $93,512 New York $93,022

Hawaii $91,456 Rhode Island $90,721 Maryland $90,222 Minnesota $89,539 Colorado $89,277 Illinois $89,189 Oregon $88,857 Delaware $88,612

New Hampshire $88,458 Virginia $88,113 Pennsylvania $87,107 Nevada $86,599 North Dakota $86,433 Michigan $86,171 Wisconsin $86,074 Vermont $85,882

Texas $85,348 Maine $85,313 Arizona $85,261 Ohio $85,199 Georgia $84,394 Indiana $83,992 Wyoming $83,913 Utah $83,791

Iowa $83,738 Kansas $83,318 Louisiana $83,196 North Carolina $83,152 Missouri $83,134 Florida $82,793 Montana $82,609 Nebraska $82,434

Kentucky $82,338 South Carolina $81,988 Tennessee $81,769 Idaho $81,682 New Mexico $81,043 Oklahoma $80,903 Alabama $80,387 South Dakota $79,521

Arkansas $79,048 West Virginia $78,794 Mississippi $78,033

Top Paying Cities for School Cafeteria 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:

Lincoln: $88,213
Little Creek: $88,859
Magnolia: $88,731

Lincoln, DE $88,213 Little Creek, DE $88,859 Magnolia, DE $88,731 Milford, DE $88,437 Marydel, DE $88,582 Millsboro, DE $87,843 Millville, DE $87,978 Milton, DE $88,131

Nassau, DE $88,194 Ocean View, DE $87,963 Rehoboth Beach, DE $88,132 Seaford, DE $88,182 Selbyville, DE $87,817 Smyrna, DE $88,920 Viola, DE $88,510 Woodside, DE $88,748

Bear, DE $88,544 Newark, DE $88,510 Claymont, DE $88,691 Delaware City, DE $88,599 Hockessin, DE $88,502 Kirkwood, DE $88,582 Middletown, DE $88,616 Montchanin, DE $88,523

New Castle, DE $88,536 Odessa, DE $88,660 Port Penn, DE $88,719 Rockland, DE $88,531 Saint Georges, DE $88,588 Townsend, DE $88,725 Winterthur, DE $88,542 Lewes, DE $88,165

Wilmington, DE $88,507 Dover, DE $88,859 Dover Afb, DE $88,390 Bethany Beach, DE $87,871 Bethel, DE $87,962 Bridgeville, DE $88,169 Camden Wyoming, DE $88,608 Cheswold, DE $88,830

Clayton, DE $88,832 Dagsboro, DE $87,809 Delmar, DE $87,669 Ellendale, DE $87,935 Felton, DE $88,430 Fenwick Island, DE $87,829 Frankford, DE $87,676 Frederica, DE $88,517

Georgetown, DE $87,776 Greenwood, DE $88,183 Harbeson, DE $87,870 Harrington, DE $88,318 Hartly, DE $88,593 Houston, DE $88,192 Kenton, DE $88,837 Laurel, DE $87,724

Yorklyn, DE $88,529

School Cafeteria Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For School Cafeteria Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 32% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 12% above the average. In contrast, School Cafeteria Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view School Cafeteria Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a School Cafeteria Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$99,245	$48.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$97,473	$47.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$97,473	$47.0	10%
Aerospace & Defense	$95,701	$46.0	8%
Software & Networking	$95,701	$46.0	8%

School Cafeteria Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a School Cafeteria 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.

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$77,763

Average $88,612/year

$101,568

$6,480

Average $7,384/month

$8,464

$1,495

Average $1,704/week

$1,953

$37

Average $43/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,568	$8,464	$1,953	$49
Average	$88,612	$7,384	$1,704	$43
25th Percentile	$77,763	$6,480	$1,495	$37

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