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What is a Food Preparer or Server?
Example of Food Preparer or Server Job All food preparation and serving related workers not listed separately.
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Types of Food Preparer or Server Jobs
- Food Mobile Driver
- Kitchen Steward
- Food Aide
- Dietitian Helper
- Galley Worker
Are There Job Opportunities for Food Preparers and Servers?
There were about 60,900 jobs for Food Preparer or Server in 2016 (in the United States). New jobs are being produced at a rate of 9.2% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 5,600 new jobs for Food Preparer or Server by 2026. The BLS estimates 11,300 yearly job openings in this field.
The states with the most job growth for Food Preparer or Server are Idaho, Arizona, and Texas. Watch out if you plan on working in Vermont, Nebraska, or Montana. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.
What is the Average Salary of a Food Preparer or Server
The average yearly salary of a Food Preparer or Server ranges between $18,340 and $35,550.
Food Preparers and Servers who work in District of Columbia, Alaska, or Wyoming, make the highest salaries.
How much do Food Preparers and Servers make in each U.S. state?
State | Annual Mean Salary |
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Alabama | $23,840 |
Alaska | $34,010 |
Arizona | $25,730 |
Arkansas | $20,810 |
California | $26,500 |
Colorado | $23,650 |
Connecticut | $32,910 |
Delaware | $25,060 |
District of Columbia | $39,250 |
Florida | $24,130 |
Georgia | $20,240 |
Hawaii | $26,730 |
Idaho | $22,830 |
Illinois | $26,210 |
Indiana | $21,810 |
Iowa | $24,370 |
Kansas | $24,200 |
Kentucky | $23,160 |
Louisiana | $21,120 |
Maryland | $26,840 |
Massachusetts | $31,150 |
Michigan | $25,280 |
Minnesota | $27,760 |
Mississippi | $22,180 |
Missouri | $22,250 |
Montana | $24,540 |
Nebraska | $25,870 |
Nevada | $28,010 |
New Hampshire | $24,180 |
New Jersey | $27,750 |
New Mexico | $24,090 |
New York | $29,570 |
North Carolina | $22,470 |
Ohio | $23,590 |
Oklahoma | $21,260 |
Oregon | $25,420 |
Pennsylvania | $25,620 |
Rhode Island | $27,230 |
South Carolina | $20,400 |
Tennessee | $27,130 |
Texas | $22,750 |
Utah | $22,140 |
Vermont | $27,670 |
Virginia | $25,630 |
Washington | $25,550 |
West Virginia | $23,430 |
Wisconsin | $26,210 |
Wyoming | $29,250 |
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