Hospital Food Service Worker Salary: Hourly & Annual Wage (2020 Data)

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for food service workers in hospitals was $12.64 in May 2020. The lowest 10% of earners made less than $9.29 per hour, while the highest 10% earned more than $17.92 per hour.

The median annual salary for food service workers in hospitals was $26,290 in May 2020. The lowest 10% of earners made less than $19,260 per year, while the highest 10% earned more than $37,170 per year.

Food service workers in hospitals are responsible for preparing and serving food to patients and staff. They may also be responsible for cleaning the kitchen and dining areas. The specific duties of a food service worker may vary depending on the size of the hospital and the type of food service operation.

Some hospitals have their own food service departments, while others contract with outside food service companies. Food service workers in hospitals may be employed by either the hospital or the food service company.

The job outlook for food service workers in hospitals is expected to be good over the next few years. The demand for food service workers is expected to grow as the population ages and more people are admitted to hospitals.