Food Service Managers Salary in East Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,240 -6.2% vs national
Median hourly $29.44
10th percentile $37,240
90th percentile $90,920
Employed locally 380
National median $65,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,240
    25th
    $48,110
    50th (median)
    $61,240
    75th
    $76,990
    90th
    $90,920

    Top-paying metros for Food Service Managers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area $97,060
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $95,540
    Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area $94,720
    Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area $94,720
    Bellingham, WA $93,610
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $93,090

    Related occupations in East Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $79,390
    Managers, All Other $58,220
    Financial Managers $118,450
    Sales Managers $100,380
    Industrial Production Managers $101,550
    Medical and Health Services Managers $94,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Service Managers make per hour in East Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Food Service Managers in East Tennessee is $29.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.57 or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee above or below average for Food Service Managers salaries?

    The median Food Service Managers salary in East Tennessee is 6.2% below the national median of $65,310. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Food Service Managers in East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Food Service Managers (10th percentile) earn around $37,240 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,110.