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Captain in the US

Average Base Hourly Compensation
$17.75
76% of roles are tipped, 98% of roles are paid hourly
Median $16.50
Min: $1.00
Max: $42.00
Captain Compensation Ranges
Based on
1,581
Captain Jobs in the US
Across
12,683
Hospitality businesses in the US
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Captain Compensation in the US

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% Distribution by Job Type
Full Time 69%
Full/Part Time 22%
Part Time 8%
Seasonal 1%
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Median Compensation by Business Type
Fine Dining / Upscale $16.00
Low: $2.83
High: $40.00
Casual $14.50
Low: $2.83
High: $40.00
Fast Food $17.50
Low: $10.65
High: $36.06
Hotel $25.25
Low: $5.23
High: $40.00
Other $22.50
Low: $2.83
High: $40.00
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Median Compensation by Experience
0-1 year $24.50
Low: $3.64
High: $38.40
2-4 years $16.50
Low: $2.83
High: $40.00
4+ years $16.50
Low: $8.00
High: $40.00
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Captain Compensation Trends
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Related Positions & Compensation
PositionPos.
Average CompensationAvg. Comp.
Compensation Range
Server
$14.12
Median $13.50
Low: $2.13
High: $28.00
Events Staff
$26.64
Median $25.00
Low: $11.00
High: $50.00
Sommelier
$18.79
Median $17.25
Low: $11.35
High: $38.46
Busser
$14.67
Median $15.00
Low: $2.13
High: $28.00
Floor Manager
$71,479
Median $72.5K
Low: $38K
High: $105K
Expeditor
$20.38
Median $20.00
Low: $10.00
High: $35.00
Service Assistant
$14.59
Median $15.50
Low: $2.13
High: $28.00
Assistant General Manager
$77,103
Median $77.5K
Low: $43K
High: $110K
General Manager
$87,696
Median $85K
Low: $41.6K
High: $150K
Bartender
$13.37
Median $12.51
Low: $2.13
High: $26.10
Average Benefits
Health Insurance
72%
Dental Insurance
60%
Vision Insurance
58%
Paid Time Off
55%
401(k)
50%
Commuter Benefits
48%
Potential Bonuses
15%
Dining Discounts
70%
Wellness Program
23%
Life Insurance
4%
Equity Stock Options
0%
Profit Sharing
0%
Travel Expenses
0%
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Career Resources for Captain

Top Required Skills for a Captain
Communication
68.75% have this skill
Attention to Detail
65.4% have this skill
Teamwork
65.34% have this skill
Adaptability
61.8% have this skill
Customer Service
58.7% have this skill
People Skills
56.99% have this skill
Captain Jobs in the US

Captain

Le Pavillon
New York, NY
Full Time
Chef Daniel Boulud's culinary oasis in the heart of Midtown, Le Pavillon, is looking for an experienced Captain to join the team. We are...
View Job$17/hr

Captain

Commis
Oakland, CA
Full Time
Michelin ** Commis Restaurant is looking for a dynamic dining room Lead Captain to help deliver a polished and sharp experience to our guests...
View Job$17/hr

Captain

Citrin
Santa Monica, CA
Full/Part Time
Captain The Captain position at Citrin / Melisse is filled by people who possess a genuine love of food, wine and hospitality, exemplary grace,...
View Job$18/hr

Captain

TEN11 Lounge & Bar (Nomad)
New York, NY
Full Time
Captain (Floor Captain) – Ten11 Lounge & Bar Location: New York, NY Ten11 Lounge & Bar is seeking an experienced and service-driven Captain (Floor...
View Job$11-$15/hr

Captain

The Blue Mezze Bar
New York, NY
Full/Part Time
Job DetailsZoi Mediterranen UES looking for motivated personable Captains to join our team at fine dining restaurant-Anticipate customer’s needs and ensure that service exceeds...
View Job$14/hr

Captain / Lead Server

Caviar Russe
New York, NY
Full/Part Time
Caviar Russe is looking for Front Waiters to join the team at our flagship restaurant on Madison Ave in NYC. Located in the heart of Midtown, we...
View Job$11/hr

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