Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers Salary by Percentile

$14,665 $47,592
10th pct Median: $27,670 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)$14,665$7.05
25th Percentile$19,922$9.58
50th (Median)$27,670$13.30
75th Percentile$38,185$18.36
90th (Top Earners)$47,592$22.88
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers

# State Median Annual Median Hourly
1 District of Columbia (DC) $36,524 $17.56
2 California (CA) $34,588 $16.63
3 Massachusetts (MA) $33,757 $16.23
4 New York (NY) $33,757 $16.23
5 New Jersey (NJ) $33,204 $15.96
6 Connecticut (CT) $32,651 $15.70
7 Maryland (MD) $32,651 $15.70
8 Hawaii (HI) $31,820 $15.30
9 Alaska (AK) $30,990 $14.90
10 Washington (WA) $30,990 $14.90
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers

Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the food service sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: No formal credential

Job Outlook for Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers

Projected Growth
+7%
2022-2032
▲ 7% (Faster than average)
Annual Job Openings
1,505,900
projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers make?
The median annual salary for Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers is $27,670 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $14,665, while the top 10% earn $47,592 or more.
What is the hourly wage for Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers?
Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers earn a median hourly wage of $13.30 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $27,670 annually.
Is Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers a good-paying career?
With a median salary of $27,670, Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Faster than average (7% growth, 2022-2032).
What education do Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers need?
Typical entry-level education: No formal credential. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.

Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers Salary by State

Click any state to see detailed dining room and cafeteria attendants and bartender helpers salary data for that state.

Alabama
$24,350/yr
Alaska
$30,990/yr
Arizona
$27,117/yr
Arkansas
$23,243/yr
California
$34,588/yr
Colorado
$29,884/yr
Connecticut
$32,651/yr
Delaware
$29,054/yr
Florida
$26,563/yr
Georgia
$25,733/yr
Hawaii
$31,820/yr
Idaho
$24,903/yr
Illinois
$29,054/yr
Indiana
$25,180/yr
Iowa
$24,903/yr
Kansas
$24,903/yr
Kentucky
$24,626/yr
Louisiana
$24,350/yr
Maine
$25,733/yr
Maryland
$32,651/yr
Massachusetts
$33,757/yr
Michigan
$26,563/yr
Minnesota
$28,777/yr
Mississippi
$22,413/yr
Missouri
$25,180/yr
Montana
$24,350/yr
Nebraska
$24,903/yr
Nevada
$27,393/yr
New Hampshire
$29,884/yr
New Jersey
$33,204/yr
New Mexico
$24,073/yr
New York
$33,757/yr
North Carolina
$25,733/yr
North Dakota
$26,287/yr
Ohio
$25,733/yr
Oklahoma
$24,073/yr
Oregon
$29,330/yr
Pennsylvania
$27,947/yr
Rhode Island
$29,054/yr
South Carolina
$24,903/yr
South Dakota
$24,350/yr
Tennessee
$24,903/yr
Texas
$26,840/yr
Utah
$26,840/yr
Vermont
$27,117/yr
Virginia
$29,607/yr
Washington
$30,990/yr
West Virginia
$22,689/yr
Wisconsin
$26,287/yr
Wyoming
$25,456/yr