How much does a front of house manager make?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics groups this role under Food Service Managers (SOC 11-9051). In its May 2025 wage survey, the national median was $33.36 an hour, or about $69,390 a year for full-time work, across roughly 238,430 people employed nationally. The middle of the market sits between $22.09 at the 10th percentile and $51.75 at the 90th.
Front of House Manager pay in Boston
In the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area, the median for food service managers was $44.55 an hour ($92,650a year), reflecting Massachusetts' higher minimum wage and cost of living.
What moves the number
Front of house manager pay depends on the restaurant's volume, price point, and market. Fine dining and high-volume venues generally pay more than casual spots. Bonuses tied to sales or service metrics, along with experience and certifications, influence the offer.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. BLS figures for tipped roles may not capture all tip income. The BLS category is the closest official match for this role, not an exact one.
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