Preparation supervisor demographics and statistics in the US
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Preparation supervisor gender statistics
45.1% of preparation supervisors are women and 54.9% of preparation supervisors are men.
- Male, 54.9%
- Female, 45.1%
Preparation supervisor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 54.9% |
| Female | 45.1% |
Preparation supervisor gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$49,659
Female income
$46,326
Preparation supervisor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in preparation supervisor positions over time. Currently, 45.1% of preparation supervisors are female.
Preparation supervisor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 54.32% | 45.68% |
| 2011 | 54.60% | 45.40% |
| 2012 | 54.32% | 45.68% |
| 2013 | 58.02% | 41.98% |
| 2014 | 55.27% | 44.73% |
| 2015 | 56.09% | 43.91% |
| 2016 | 57.76% | 42.24% |
| 2017 | 57.34% | 42.66% |
| 2018 | 57.32% | 42.68% |
| 2019 | 56.56% | 43.44% |
| 2020 | 57.42% | 42.58% |
| 2021 | 54.87% | 45.13% |
Preparation supervisor related jobs gender ratio
We compared preparation supervisors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, corporate executive chef and chef de cuisine have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Lunchroom Monitor | 5% | 95% |
| Waiter/Waitress, Captain | 13% | 87% |
| Lunchroom Supervisor | 13% | 87% |
| Preparation Supervisor | 55% | 45% |
| Executive Chef | 88% | 12% |
| Chef De Cuisine | 90% | 10% |
| Corporate Executive Chef | 91% | 9% |
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Preparation supervisor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among preparation supervisors is White, which makes up 56.6% of all preparation supervisors. Comparatively, 19.1% of preparation supervisors are Hispanic or Latino and 11.5% of preparation supervisors are Black or African American.
- White, 56.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.1%
- Black or African American, 11.5%
- Asian, 6.7%
- Unknown, 5.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Preparation supervisor race
| Preparation supervisor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 56.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.1% |
| Black or African American | 11.5% |
| Asian | 6.7% |
| Unknown | 5.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Preparation supervisor race and ethnicity over time
See how preparation supervisor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Preparation supervisor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.15% | 11.76% | 6.66% | 15.60% |
| 2011 | 61.60% | 12.63% | 6.39% | 16.40% |
| 2012 | 61.85% | 11.54% | 6.62% | 16.71% |
| 2013 | 61.23% | 11.73% | 6.79% | 16.86% |
| 2014 | 60.07% | 12.54% | 6.44% | 17.53% |
| 2015 | 61.61% | 10.50% | 6.91% | 17.90% |
| 2016 | 60.98% | 11.53% | 6.80% | 16.92% |
| 2017 | 59.22% | 11.65% | 6.72% | 18.72% |
| 2018 | 60.23% | 10.36% | 6.89% | 18.27% |
| 2019 | 61.25% | 10.28% | 6.70% | 18.16% |
| 2020 | 57.18% | 10.65% | 7.04% | 18.97% |
| 2021 | 56.60% | 11.51% | 6.68% | 19.14% |
Preparation supervisor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian preparation supervisors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american preparation supervisors have the lowest average salary at $47,879.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $49,836 |
| White | $48,743 |
| Black or African American | $47,879 |
| Asian | $51,152 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $50,761 |
Average preparation supervisor age
See how the average age of preparation supervisors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Preparation supervisor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 34 | 40 |
| Unknown | 28 | 36 |
| Asian | 35 | 43 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 31 | 33 |
| White | 31 | 36 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 33 |
Preparation supervisor age breakdown
The average age of preparation supervisors is 40+ years years old, representing 39% of the preparation supervisor population.
Preparation supervisor age breakdown
| Preparation Supervisor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 39% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 34% |
Preparation supervisor educational attainment
The most common degree for preparation supervisors is bachelor's degree, with 49% of preparation supervisors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 23% and associate degree degree at 14%.
- Bachelor's, 49%
- Associate, 23%
- High School Diploma, 14%
- Master's, 9%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Preparation supervisors by degree level
| Preparation supervisor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 49% |
| Associate | 23% |
| High School Diploma | 14% |
| Master's | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Preparation supervisor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, preparation supervisors with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $52,150 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, preparation supervisors earn a median annual income of $51,852 compared to $46,548 for preparation supervisors with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $46,548 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $51,852 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $52,150 |
Preparation supervisor employment statistics
Most preparation supervisors work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where preparation supervisors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where preparation supervisors work.
Preparation supervisor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 23% |
Preparation supervisor jobs by company type
Employees with the preparation supervisor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most preparation supervisors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Preparation supervisor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 13% |
| Public | 26% |
| Private | 53% |
| Government | 9% |
Preparation supervisor jobs by industry
The most common industries for preparation supervisors are hospitality, education and manufacturing.
Preparation supervisor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 17% |
| Education | 12% |
| Fortune 500 | 10% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Government | 8% |
| Retail | 7% |
| Finance | 6% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Preparation supervisor turnover and employment statistics
Preparation supervisor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for preparation supervisors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Preparation supervisor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Preparation supervisor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.32% |
| 2011 | 8.45% |
| 2012 | 7.13% |
| 2013 | 7.04% |
| 2014 | 5.72% |
| 2015 | 4.46% |
| 2016 | 4.74% |
| 2017 | 4.34% |
| 2018 | 4.18% |
| 2019 | 3.78% |
| 2020 | 7.32% |
| 2021 | 7.89% |
Average preparation supervisor tenure
The average preparation supervisor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 253 preparation supervisors resumes in Zippia's database.
Preparation supervisor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 19% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Preparation supervisor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of preparation supervisors that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrition Aide | 6.78% | 43,290 |
| Cocktail Waitress | 7.02% | 77,429 |
| Party Hostess | 7.29% | 9,255 |
| Counter Helper | 7.36% | 84,190 |
| Bartender/Certified Trainer | 7.68% | 80,818 |
| Pastry Cook Apprentice | 7.85% | 12,933 |
| Preparation Supervisor | 10.00% | - |
Similar preparation supervisor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrition Aide | 6.78% | 43,290 |
| Cocktail Waitress | 7.02% | 77,429 |
| Party Hostess | 7.29% | 9,255 |
| Counter Helper | 7.36% | 84,190 |
| Bartender/Certified Trainer | 7.68% | 80,818 |
| Pastry Cook Apprentice | 7.85% | 12,933 |
Foreign languages spoken by preparation supervisors
The most common foreign language among preparation supervisors is Spanish at 54.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Persian at 18.2% and German is the third-most popular at 9.1%.
- Spanish, 54.5%
- Persian, 18.2%
- German, 9.1%
- Russian, 9.1%
- Armenian, 9.1%
Preparation supervisor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 54.5% |
| Persian | 18.2% |
| German | 9.1% |
| Russian | 9.1% |
| Armenian | 9.1% |
