Catering and bar managers Salary in United Kingdom
Updated May 2026
Official salary data
Based on approximately 37,000 employees
10th percentile
£12,344
25th percentile
£19,643
Median
£25,377
Mean
£25,436
75th percentile
£30,657
| Statistic | Annual pay (gross) |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | £12,344 |
| 25th percentile | £19,643 |
| Median | £25,377 |
| Mean | £25,436 |
| 75th percentile | £30,657 |
Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) · 2024 revised
Sector pay context
Average weekly earnings in the Accommodation and food service activities sector are £362/week. Earnings grew +4.5% over the past 12 months vs +2.9% nationally.
Source: ONS Average Weekly Earnings (EARN03), not seasonally adjusted · December 2025
Take-home pay estimate
£
MonthlyAnnual
Gross salary
£2,115£25,377
−Income tax
£213£2,561
−National Insurance
£85£1,025
=Take-home pay
£1,816£21,791
Estimate only · 2026/27 HMRC rates · Standard allowances · Not financial or tax advice
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