Showing compensation insights for

Department Manager in the US

Average Base Hourly Compensation
$26.27
0% of roles are tipped, 100% of roles are paid hourly
Median $27.53
Min: $15.50
Max: $40.87
Department Manager Compensation Ranges
Based on
6,515
Department Manager Jobs in the US
Across
12,355
Hospitality businesses in the US
Share your data and help us refine these insights for the industry!
Submit Compensation

Department Manager Compensation in the US

Data and insights to help you stay on top of the latest compensation trends.
% Distribution by Job Type
Full Time 72%
Full/Part Time 27%
Part Time 1%
Showing data for Department Manager, US
Median Compensation by Business Type
Other $27.53
Low: $18.93
High: $36.06
Showing data for Department Manager, US
Median Compensation by Experience
0-1 year $27.53
Low: $18.93
High: $34.86
2-4 years $27.53
Low: $18.93
High: $38.46
Showing data for Department Manager, US
Department Manager Compensation Trends
Showing data for Department Manager, US
Average Benefits
Health Insurance
76%
Dental Insurance
0%
Vision Insurance
0%
Paid Time Off
84%
401(k)
76%
Commuter Benefits
0%
Potential Bonuses
0%
Dining Discounts
0%
Wellness Program
0%
Life Insurance
0%
Equity Stock Options
0%
Profit Sharing
0%
Travel Expenses
0%
Showing data for Department Manager, US
Benefit Trends
Showing data for Department Manager, US

Industry Leaders in Similar Positions

  • Jon Murray
    Founder
    Noko Hospitality
  • Bryan Dayton
    Founder & Owner
    Half Eaten Cookie Hospitality
  • Kelly Fields
    Consultant, Author, and Chef Owner
    Butch's at the Crown
  • Ellen Yin
    Founder & Co-Owner
    High Street Hospitality Group
  • Ben Puchowitz
    Chef and Co-Owner
    Cheu Fishtown
  • Arjav Ezekiel
    Co-Owner and Beverage Director
    Birdie's
  • Daniel Toral
    Sales Representative
    Florida Wine Company
  • Ariana Quant
    Executive Pastry Chef
    Hai Hospitality
  • Kristine Basas
    Director of People & Culture
    Food Bank of the Rockies
  • John Gargano
    Owner
    Relentless Restaurant Consulting

Career Resources for Department Manager

Top Required Skills for a Department Manager
Communication
78.33% have this skill
Time Management
75.01% have this skill
Mentorship
74.67% have this skill
Adaptability
73.92% have this skill
Safety Procedures Knowledge
73.38% have this skill
Attention to Detail
67.17% have this skill
Department Manager Jobs in the US

Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Assistant Department Manager)

Whole Foods Market
Dedham, MA
Full Time
A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our...
View Job$20-$35/hr

Bakery Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

Whole Foods Market
Madison, NJ
Full Time
A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our...
View Job$20-$35/hr

Produce Department Supervisor - Full Time

Whole Foods Market
Lancaster, PA
Full Time
A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our...
View Job$18-$30/hr

Seafood Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

Whole Foods Market - Manhasset
Manhasset, NY
Full Time
A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our...
View Job$20-$35/hr

Meat Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

Whole Foods Market
Paramus, NJ
Full Time
A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our...
View Job$20-$35/hr

Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Assistant Department Manager)

Whole Foods Market
Bound Brook, NJ
Full Time
A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our...
View Job$20-$35/hr

Articles and Resources

Read More

These 5 Experienced General Managers Share Their Best Career Advice

There isn’t a single guide book nor a perfect roadmap on how to have a successful career in management for the food and beverage...
Culinary Agents
Oct 13, 2016
Read Article

7 Hospitality Careers Off the Restaurant Floor

Whether you are just starting out or want to shift gears after being in the industry for years, non-restaurant career opportunities do exist in...
Culinary Agents
Mar 19, 2019
Read Article

Certifications & Training Programs: Hospitality

A career in the hospitality industry has endless possibilities in today’s global economy, and a certification (or two) in the direction you choose can...
Culinary Agents
May 21, 2018
Read Article
Read More