Food Service Director Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does a Food Service Director make in Chicago, IL? The average Food Service Director salary in Chicago, IL is $115,486 as of May 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $95,274 and $135,083. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Food Service Worker
Mamie's Kitchen Biscuits - COVINGTON , GA
Mamie's Kitchen Biscuits at Brown Bridge Rd in Covington, Ga is hiring for a Full Time/Part Time Front of House/Cashier position immediately $12+/hr. Mamie's Ki
- 1 day ago
Food Service Worker
Wegmans Food Markets - FAIRPORT , NY
Schedule. Part time. Availability. Morning, Afternoon, Evening (Includes Weekends). Age Requirement. Must be 18 years or older. Location. Fairport, NY. Address
- 135 days ago
Sawmill Creek Resort Food Service Associate - Mulligan's Pub
Cedar Point - SANDUSKY , OH
Overview. $18/hour. Ages 18+. . At Cedar Point, work is FUN. Working in a Food and Beverage. role. as a Food Runner means y. ou’ll greet and welcome guests to
- 19 days ago
Sawmill Creek Resort Food Service Associate - Mulligan's Pub
Cedar Point - FREMONT , OH
Overview. $18/hour. Ages 18+. . At Cedar Point, work is FUN. Working in a Food and Beverage. role. as a Food Runner means y. ou’ll greet and welcome guests to
- 19 days ago
Sawmill Creek Resort Food Service Associate - Mulligan's Pub
Cedar Point - AVON , OH
Overview. $18/hour. Ages 18+. . At Cedar Point, work is FUN. Working in a Food and Beverage. role. as a Food Runner means y. ou’ll greet and welcome guests to
- 19 days ago
Food Service Worker with Security Clearance
Department of the Navy - VIRGINIA BEACH , VA
Duties Performs all or a variety of the following duties, either regularly or on a rotating basis: Pre-assembles and portions cold foods for regular and modifie
- 1 day ago

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137647
115701
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Food Service Director in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Food Service Director ranges from $95,274 to $135,083 with the average base salary of $115,486. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $95,364 to $137,647 with the average total cash compensation of $115,701.

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