What is the average salary for food & beverage jobs?

Based on 12 job listings, the average salary range for food & beverage jobs is $66k - $73k USD per year.

What is the median food & beverage salary?

The median salary range for food & beverage jobs is $63k - $73k USD per year, meaning half of listed positions pay above this range and half pay below.

Do food & beverage salaries vary by region?

Yes, food & beverage salaries vary significantly by region. See the regional breakdown on this page for a comparison of compensation across different geographies.

How can I find food & beverage jobs with the best salaries?

Browse our food & beverage job listings and look for the salary badge on job cards. You can also check the top-paying roles and companies listed on this page to find the highest-paying food & beverage positions.

Food & Beverage Salary Guide 2026 - Avg $66K-$73K

Key Salary Stats

Average Range

$66k - $73k

Median Range

$63k - $73k

50th percentile

Top 10% Earn

$99k+

90th percentile

Entry Level

$50k - $59k

25th percentile

Salary by Experience Level

Starting Salary

Entry Level$50k

Mid Level$63k

Senior$78k

Top Earners$99k

Food & Beverage Salary Guide 2026

Key Salary Stats

Salary by Experience Level

Food & Beverage Salaries by Region

Worldwide

North America

Top Paying Food & Beverage Roles

Sous Chef

Top Paying Companies for Food & Beverage

Eataly

Oliverbonacini

Food & Beverage Jobs with Salary

Commissary Director

Head Chef - The Beach

Food Service Worker - Per diem

Restaurant Sous Chef

Sous Chef Manager- Eataly Boston

Head Chef - Eataly West Palm Beach

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