Occupation ยท SOC 35-2021
Food Preparation Workers: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of food preparation workers typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 888,770 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $34,220 ($16.45 an hour).
US employment
888,770
Median annual wage
$34,220
Mean annual wage
$33,940
Median hourly wage
$16.45
Education and training
Typical education
No formal educational credential
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Short-term on-the-job training
Job zone
2
Some preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooks, Private Household | $44,530 | $10,310 (+30.1%) | 3 | Postsecondary nondegree award |
States with the most jobs
- 1. Texas106,040
- 2. California98,950
- 3. Florida67,030
- 4. New York51,880
- 5. Louisiana35,130
- 6. Illinois29,320
- 7. Georgia27,200
- 8. New Jersey25,170
- 9. North Carolina24,420
- 10. Minnesota23,720
States that pay the most
- 1. Washington$38,950
- 2. Colorado$38,670
- 3. District of Columbia$38,440
- 4. California$38,150
- 5. Massachusetts$37,780
- 6. Hawaii$37,240
- 7. Vermont$37,030
- 8. Alaska$36,710
- 9. Oregon$36,390
- 10. New York$36,030
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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