Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors salary in the UK is £30,513 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £30,918, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £14.98.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £26,664 in West Midlands to £32,676 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£30,513
Annual
UK Mean
£30,918
Annual
Hourly Rate
£14.98
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 | £32,676 | £35,327 | £28,072 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £30,391 | £31,924 | £33,581 |
| South East | £29,802 | £31,959 | £28,878 |
| Scotland | £29,268 | £28,502 | £31,710 |
| Wales | £28,899 | £29,206 | £32,110 |
| South West | £28,674 | £26,898 | £29,838 |
| West Midlands | £26,664 | £26,967 | £29,141 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors salary in the UK?
The median restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors salary in the UK is £30,513 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £30,918, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors the most?
London pays the highest restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors salaries with a median of £32,676.
How does restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors pay vary by region?
Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors salaries range from £26,664 in West Midlands to £32,676 in London.
Are restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors?
The median hourly rate for restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors in the UK is £14.98 (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.