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Job outlook for canteen managers in the United States
Canteen manager job and salary trends over time
Canteen manager jobs over time
Canteen manager job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 856 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 733 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 831 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 793 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 762 | 0.00% |
Average canteen manager salary over time
Canteen manager salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $45,073 | $21.67 | +3.5% |
| 2025 | $43,547 | $20.94 | +2.9% |
| 2024 | $42,309 | $20.34 | +1.5% |
| 2023 | $41,670 | $20.03 | +1.5% |
| 2022 | $41,044 | $19.73 | +3.8% |
Canteen manager jobs by state
Most common states for canteen managers
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 80 | 12% |
| 2 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 397 | 5% |
| 3 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 340 | 5% |
| 4 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 290 | 5% |
| 5 | Delaware | 961,939 | 51 | 5% |
| 6 | Alaska | 739,795 | 40 | 5% |
| 7 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 539 | 4% |
| 8 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 463 | 4% |
| 9 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 367 | 4% |
| 10 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 336 | 4% |
| 11 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 267 | 4% |
| 12 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 242 | 4% |
| 13 | Missouri | 6,113,532 | 222 | 4% |
| 14 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 132 | 4% |
| 15 | California | 39,536,653 | 1,334 | 3% |
| 16 | New York | 19,849,399 | 646 | 3% |
| 17 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 169 | 3% |
| 18 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 146 | 3% |
| 19 | Nevada | 2,998,039 | 91 | 3% |
| 20 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 40 | 3% |
Canteen Manager job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of canteen manager experts
University of Alaska Fairbanks
San Francisco State University
Sacred Heart University
Indiana University Bloomington
The University of Akron
Centenary College of Louisiana
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
What Canteen Manager skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Jaunelle Celaire: Never stop learning! This may consist of going back to school, earning new certifications in your field of study, attending conferences and seminars, and making sure that your time management is always at its finest level of excellence.
Bruce Heiman Ph.D.
Professor of International BusinessSan Francisco State University
Department of International Business
What skills stand out on Canteen Manager resumes?
Bruce Heiman Ph.D.: I'm taking my cue on this response from the required Intl Business Courses we offer for a certificate in the Master's programs in business.
-Familiarity with basic international business terms, theories, and vocabulary
-Knowledge of cases and stories from the past
-Multiple language skills beyond English (this sometimes lands people specific jobs)
-Negotiation skills in a multinational/multicultural environment
-Design/creativity skills (e.g., sketching, brainstorming, Idea Mapping, 3D fast prototyping)
-Problem identification/formulation skills/experience
-Experience in a practicum (working on a class project for a real firm on a real problem
What technical skills for a Canteen Manager stand out to employers?
Keith Hassell: Employers are increasingly looking for applied skillsets and additional certifications to set a candidate apart. Sacred Heart University has recently launched a remote work certification, which houses three modules - focusing on the remote worker, the remote team and the remote leader, providing the tools and resources to comfortably leverage and utilize virtual platforms at various organizations. Additional specialized training, certifications and more are great selling tools pending on the specific area of interest. Certifications are common in areas such as project management, sales, IT/network/software, Google application and more. The candidate needs to think, "What can I do that is beyond my coursework to show I am passionate about my field? How do I make myself stand out?" Certifications is an attainable way to do this.
In addition, soft skills continue to be equally important in today's job market. NACE (the National Association of Colleges and Employers) identified seven core competencies that employers seek from entry level candidates which include critical thinking/problem solving, oral/written communication, teamwork/collaboration, digital technology, leadership, professionalism/work ethic, career management and global/intercultural fluency.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Canteen Managers?
Kerem Cakirer Ph.D.: In short, definitely. The way the world is moving forward in business may not have changed its course drastically; however, the pace of the change (digitalization) has exponentially increased due to the pandemic circumstances. The pandemic forced businesses hand to transform their businesses into more digital and online form. After the coronavirus pandemic, businesses will focus on more remote and off site working. The graduates must be well equipped with technological skills to excel in a more digitalized world than ever. The pandemic has changed the skill set which the graduates must have.
Rhiannon Kallis Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Social MediaThe University of Akron
School of Communication
What type of skills will young Canteen Managers need?
Rhiannon Kallis Ph.D.: Specifically referring to graduates going into the Communication field, I feel technology skills, crisis communication, and self-motivation will be crucial to possess. We shifted to remote work during the pandemic; many organizations may decide for resource and flexibility reasons to continue this mode even after the pandemic. Understanding how to use technology for teamwork will be a great skill to possess. In terms of using social media strategically, understanding best practices for each unique platform is important (i.e. best times to post, target markets on each platform, etc.) as well as understanding the analytics. Additionally, crisis communication skills and customer service communication will be beneficial. Organizations will need to continue to know which types of media (traditional and social media) to use for crisis messages and for managing customer service. Finally, employees will need to continue to be self-motivated as we work remotely.
Dr. Barbara Davis
William J. Atkins DeanCentenary College of Louisiana
Frost School of Business
What experience really stands out on Canteen Manager resumes?
Dr. Barbara Davis: Graduates participating in internships related to their areas of interest. Internships spanning more than one semester at the same firm stand out as well.
What skills stand out on Canteen Manager resumes?
Dr. Timothy Edwards: Writing and research skills. Analytical and critical thinking skills. Technical skills such as web design, graphic design, audio and video production skills. Employers are interested in potential employees knowledge, intelligence and skills.