Average Catering and bar managers Salary in Southampton UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How Southampton UA compares
The median pay for catering and bar managerss in the South East stood at £28,631 in 2025, placing them 2.7% above the UK-wide figure of £27,888. Factor in the South East's cost of living (3.2% above the UK norm) and a £28,631 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £27,743. Compared to the Southampton UA average across all roles (£33,878), catering and bar managerss take home 15.5% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South East index: 103.2, UK=100), a salary of £28,631 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £27,743 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average.
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Catering and bar managers salary in areas near Southampton UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Southampton UA is in the South East region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average catering and bar managers salary in Southampton UA?
The median catering and bar managers salary in the South East (which includes Southampton UA) is £28,631 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does catering and bar managers pay in Southampton UA compare to the UK average?
Catering and bar managers in the South East earn 2.7% above the national median of £27,888. This makes the South East one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is catering and bar managers a well-paid job in Southampton UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Southampton UA is £33,878. Catering and bar managers in the South East earn £28,631, which is 15.5% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for catering and bar managerss cover the South East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Southampton UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.