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First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

Food Service · Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in preparing and serving food.

This profile is intended as career exploration guidance based on federal labor data. Actual job requirements, salaries, and opportunities vary by employer and location.

Entry Salary

$24–29k

First 1–2 years

Peak Salary

$64–75k

10+ years experience

Job Outlook

+6% · Faster than average

Projected growth of 6% from 2024 to 2034; about 184 openings projected per year.

Time to Start

1–2 years

College degree typical

Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2024. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization.

📈 Career Ladder

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Entry-Level Workers

$21–26k0–1 year

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First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

$26–43k1–4 years

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Experienced First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

$43–52k3–6 years

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Senior First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

$52–75k7–12 years

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Director of Food Service

$75k+12+ years

🎯 Why You Match

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You prioritize Relationships

This career is strongly aligned with Relationships — a core work value that shapes how people approach their career decisions.

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You're strong in Speaking

Speaking is a top skill for this career, and it plays to what students like you naturally do best.

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Good fit for your timeline

This career typically requires short-term training (less than 1 year), which matches common student preparation goals.

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