Browse Average Salary Ranges for Restaurant and Food Services Jobs

What are the average salary ranges for jobs in the Restaurant and Food Services? There are 41 jobs in Restaurant and Food Services category. Average salaries can vary and range from $32,140 to $47,943. Salary ranges can differ significantly depending on the job, industry, location, required experience, specific skills, education, and other factors... Salaries listed below are U.S. national averages data from September 25, 2024.

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Cafeteria Counter Attendant

Alternate Job Titles: Counter Attendant | Food Counter Attendant | Food Counter Service Clerk | Food Service Counter Attendant | Lunchroom Counter Attendant

Responds and attends to patron requests. Responsible for various attendant duties including making sandwiches and placing food in display cases. Has knowledge of proper food handling procedures and government regulations regarding the food code. May require a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the ... View job details

Combined Food Preparation and Service Worker

Alternate Job Titles: Food Prep and Service Helper | Kitchen Helper

Prepares salads, sauces, desserts, etc. according to proper preparation methods. Responsible for standard food service work including sanitation duties, and various serving responsibilities. May help with grocery selection, storage, maintenance as well as cooking preparation. Has knowledge of proper food handling procedures and government regulations regarding the food code. Requires a high school... View job details

Cook - Institution

Alternate Job Titles: Facility Cook/Menu Planner | Institutional Food Services Cook

Follows a menu to prepare and cook meats, fish, poultry, gravies, cereals, soups, vegetables and other foods for service in an institutional setting. May create and update menus, help with grocery items inventory and kitchen, equipment maintenance. May require a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Works independently within established procedures associ... View job details

Cook I

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Prepares menu dishes following established recipes and using designated ingredients that meet production and quality standards. Utilizes portion and presentation standards to create appealing and flavorful dishes. May prepare unique dishes to fulfill customer requests. Follows all applicable guidelines and regulations for food handling and safety. Maintains a clean and orderly workstation and kitc... View job details

Cook II

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The Hospitality & Leisure sector encompasses companies that provide a wide range of products and services related to lodging, food and beverage, recreation, entertainment, sports, and gaming. Companies in this sector may focus on one or more of these areas, for example combining a casino with a hotel or a golf course and a restaurant.

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