Food Service Managers Salary in South Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $73,470 +12.5% vs national
Median hourly $35.32
10th percentile $37,530
90th percentile $126,660
Employed locally 300
National median $65,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,530
    25th
    $56,910
    50th (median)
    $73,470
    75th
    $96,860
    90th
    $126,660

    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 South Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $85,080
    Financial Managers $120,710
    Managers, All Other $96,120
    Construction Managers $102,760
    Sales Managers $96,130
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $90,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Service Managers make per hour in South Florida?

    The median hourly wage for Food Service Managers in South Florida is $35.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.97 or more per hour.

    Is South Florida above or below average for Food Service Managers salaries?

    The median Food Service Managers salary in South Florida is 12.5% above 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Food Service Managers (10th percentile) earn around $37,530 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,910.