What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier's salary?

An Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier's salary grows with experience: starting around $42,259 for beginners, reaching about $43,928 at mid-level, and approach $46,825 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier?

Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier roles are District of Columbia $49,927, California $49,738, Massachusetts $49,075. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Restaurant & Bars Manager: $92,175; RESTAURANT ASSISTANT SANITATION SPECIALIST: $57,593; Restaurant Assistant GM: $44,203; Assistant Manager Restaurant II: $43,610; Restaurant Assistant General Manager: $42,500.

Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier make in Delaware? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier in Delaware is $45,666 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, an Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,604
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,657 to $54,009
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,096

10% $36,096

50% (Median) $45,666

90% $61,604

Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,009	$4,501	$1,039	$26
Average	$45,666	$3,805	$878	$22
25th Percentile	$40,657	$3,388	$782	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier Salaries

An Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier'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 Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier'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): $42,259
Early Career (1-2 years): $42,459
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $43,928
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,477
Expert (over 8 years): $46,825

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier	less than 1 year	$42,259
Early Career Level Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier	1-2 years	$42,459
Mid-Level Level Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier	2-4 years	$43,928
Senior-Level Level Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier	5-8 years	$46,477
Expert Level Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier	over 8 years	$46,825

How Do Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier 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 Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommeliers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $49,927.
California: $49,738.
Massachusetts: $49,075.

District of Columbia $49,927 California $49,738 Massachusetts $49,075 Washington $48,895 New Jersey $48,877 Alaska $48,813 Connecticut $48,191 New York $47,939

Hawaii $47,131 Rhode Island $46,753 Maryland $46,496 Minnesota $46,144 Colorado $46,009 Illinois $45,963 Oregon $45,792 Delaware $45,666

New Hampshire $45,587 Virginia $45,409 Pennsylvania $44,890 Nevada $44,629 North Dakota $44,543 Michigan $44,408 Wisconsin $44,358 Vermont $44,259

Texas $43,984 Maine $43,966 Arizona $43,939 Ohio $43,907 Georgia $43,492 Indiana $43,285 Wyoming $43,244 Utah $43,181

Iowa $43,154 Kansas $42,938 Louisiana $42,875 North Carolina $42,852 Missouri $42,843 Florida $42,667 Montana $42,572 Nebraska $42,482

Kentucky $42,433 South Carolina $42,252 Tennessee $42,140 Idaho $42,095 New Mexico $41,765 Oklahoma $41,693 Alabama $41,427 South Dakota $40,981

Arkansas $40,737 West Virginia $40,606 Mississippi $40,214

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier

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: $45,460
Little Creek: $45,793
Magnolia: $45,727

Lincoln, DE $45,460

Little Creek, DE $45,793

Magnolia, DE $45,727

Milford, DE $45,576

Marydel, DE $45,651

Millsboro, DE $45,270

Millville, DE $45,339

Milton, DE $45,418

Nassau, DE $45,451

Ocean View, DE $45,332

Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,419

Seaford, DE $45,444

Selbyville, DE $45,256

Smyrna, DE $45,825

Viola, DE $45,614

Woodside, DE $45,736

Bear, DE $45,631

Newark, DE $45,614

Claymont, DE $45,707

Delaware City, DE $45,659

Hockessin, DE $45,610

Kirkwood, DE $45,651

Middletown, DE $45,668

Montchanin, DE $45,620

New Castle, DE $45,627

Odessa, DE $45,691

Port Penn, DE $45,721

Rockland, DE $45,624

Saint Georges, DE $45,654

Townsend, DE $45,724

Winterthur, DE $45,630

Lewes, DE $45,435

Wilmington, DE $45,612

Dover, DE $45,793

Dover Afb, DE $45,552

Bethany Beach, DE $45,284

Bethel, DE $45,331

Bridgeville, DE $45,438

Camden Wyoming, DE $45,664

Cheswold, DE $45,778

Clayton, DE $45,780

Dagsboro, DE $45,252

Delmar, DE $45,180

Ellendale, DE $45,317

Felton, DE $45,572

Fenwick Island, DE $45,262

Frankford, DE $45,183

Frederica, DE $45,617

Georgetown, DE $45,235

Greenwood, DE $45,445

Harbeson, DE $45,283

Harrington, DE $45,514

Hartly, DE $45,656

Houston, DE $45,449

Kenton, DE $45,782

Laurel, DE $45,208

Yorklyn, DE $45,623

Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier'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.

$40,657

Average $45,666/year

$54,009

$3,388

Average $3,805/month

$4,501

$782

Average $878/week

$1,039

$20

Average $22/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,009	$4,501	$1,039	$26
Average	$45,666	$3,805	$878	$22
25th Percentile	$40,657	$3,388	$782	$20

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