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Food Service Manager
Food service managers direct the daily operations of restaurants and institutional dining facilities, overseeing staff, finances, food safety, and customer satisfaction. Florida's restaurant industry — the third largest in the nation by sales — creates extensive advancement pathways from quick service to upscale fine dining. Effective managers combine business acumen with people leadership and thorough food safety knowledge.
FL Median Salary
$65,050
Entry Salary
$43,150
Experienced
$104,550
FL Growth
9%
Requirements & Training
- Credential: ServSafe Food Manager Certification or equivalent (FL DBPR-approved)
- Typical program length: 6-12 months (certificate) or 2 years (AS Food Service/Hospitality Management)
- Typical tuition range: $3,500 - $6,500
Career Path
- Shift Supervisor
- Assistant Manager
- Food Service Manager
- Regional Manager
- Director of Food & Beverage
Top Florida Employers
Darden RestaurantsBloomin' BrandsMcDonald's Corp.Compass GroupAramarkWalt Disney World F&BHospital systems
Related Programs
- Food Service Management AS
- Hospitality Management AS/BS
- Culinary Arts AS