Bar and catering supervisors Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median bar and catering supervisors salary in the UK is £22,552 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £21,839, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £13.50.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £17,872 in East Midlands to £27,288 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£22,552
Annual
UK Mean
£21,839
Annual
Hourly Rate
£13.50
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £27,288 | £27,042 | £23,443 |
| South West | £24,588 | £24,063 | £25,586 |
| Scotland | £22,681 | £25,263 | £24,573 |
| Wales | £21,561 | £23,002 | £23,957 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £20,059 | £20,630 | £22,165 |
| West Midlands | £19,826 | £21,374 | £21,668 |
| South East | £19,357 | £19,072 | £18,757 |
| East Midlands | £17,872 | £20,380 | £19,468 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average bar and catering supervisors salary in the UK?
The median bar and catering supervisors salary in the UK is £22,552 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £21,839, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays bar and catering supervisors the most?
London pays the highest bar and catering supervisors salaries with a median of £27,288.
How does bar and catering supervisors pay vary by region?
Bar and catering supervisors salaries range from £17,872 in East Midlands to £27,288 in London.
Are bar and catering supervisors salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for bar and catering supervisors?
The median hourly rate for bar and catering supervisors in the UK is £13.50 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.