Career profile · SOC 35-1012

First-line supervisors of food preparation and serving workers

First-line supervisors of food preparation and serving workers is an occupation catalogued under SOC 35-1012. The role reports a median annual salary of $42,010 in the US and is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (about as fast as average). Entry typically requires a High school diploma or equivalent, and shows moderate AI exposure (0.48 on a 0-1 scale) — some tasks are being automated but the role adapts.

Median salary
$42,010
per year
Growth outlook
Average
BLS 10-yr
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
AI exposure
4.85/10
automation risk

Frequently asked questions

How much does First-line supervisors of food preparation and serving workers earn?

The median annual salary for First-line supervisors of food preparation and serving workers in the US is $42,010.

What is the job outlook for First-line supervisors of food preparation and serving workers?

The role is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (about as fast as average). Current US employment is approximately 1,215,000 workers.

How do I become first-line supervisors of food preparation and serving workers?

The typical entry education is a High school diploma or equivalent. Building a foundation in the top skills below will strengthen your application.

Will AI replace First-line supervisors of food preparation and serving workers?

Our AI-durability model gives First-line supervisors of food preparation and serving workers a score of 0.48 on a 0-1 scale (higher = more exposure). That places it at moderate AI exposure — some tasks are being automated but the role adapts. Learning to work with AI tools rather than against them is the path forward.

How hard is it to enter this field?

First-line supervisors of food preparation and serving workers has low barrier to entry — generally accessible — you can enter with basic credentials and on-the-job learning.

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