Food Service Managers Salary in California
Food Service Managers in California earn a median of $78,260 a year, +13% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $78,260
- vs. U.S. median
- +13% ($69,390)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 33,180
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,690; the top 10% earn over $127,340. Nationally the range is $45,960 to $107,640.
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Food Service Managers pay in California
How much do food service managers make in California?
The median is $78,260 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,690 and the top 10% earn over $127,340. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for food service managers?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 51 (+13% vs. the national median of $69,390). Living costs are not included.