First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$47,190
per year
Hourly Rate
$22.69
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+7% vs US median
US median $44,080
State Rank
#12 of 51
65,580 employed here

How much do First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers make in New York?

First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers working in New York earn a median salary of $47,190 per year, or about $22.69 per hour. That is 7% above the national median of $44,080 for this occupation.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $36,570 while the top 10% make $73,020 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $39,250 and $58,280 a year.

First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$36,570$17.58
25th percentile (early career)$39,250$18.87
50th percentile (median)$47,190$22.69
75th percentile (experienced)$58,280$28.02
90th percentile (top earners)$73,020$35.11

How New York compares

New York ranks 12th out of 51 states and territories for First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$59,400
2District of Columbia$57,170
3Connecticut$52,940
4Colorado$50,550
5Vermont$49,820

Working as First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers in New York

Nationally, about 1,223,000 people work as First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers in the United States. No college degree is required — most training happens on the job.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($47,190) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much do First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers make in New York?
The median First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers salary in New York is $47,190 per year, or about $22.69 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $36,570 at the entry level to $73,020 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers about 7% more than the national median of $44,080. New York ranks 12th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $47,190 a year. About 65,580 First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.