Average Bistro Attendant Salary in Argentina for 2024

In this article, we will look at the average Bistro Attendant salary for 2024 in Argentina and how that compares to other countries and professions. We'll also look at interesting salary data points like median salary, 25th and 75th percentile salaries, salary amounts based on experience, bonus ranges and more!

The data in this article has been compiled using official government salary data, salary surveys, and other sources such as job postings which contain salary information.

All salary information is in the local currency, which is the Argentine peso. To keep things simple, we are using the ARS currency code instead of the currency symbol $.

How Much Does a Bistro Attendant Make in Argentina?

A Bistro Attendant working in Argentina will typically earn around 183,700 ARS per year, and this can range from the lowest average salary of about 97,300 ARS to the highest average salary of 275,500 ARS.

Average Annual Salary
183,700 ARS
Average Monthly Salary
15,308 ARS

Lowest Annual Salary
97,300 ARS
Lowest Monthly Salary
8,108 ARS

Highest Annual Salary
275,500 ARS
Highest Monthly Salary
22,958 ARS

These are average salaries for a Bistro Attendant in Argentina and include benefits such as housing and transport. It's also possible for a Bistro Attendant to earn more or less than the average salaries shown above.

Bistro Attendant salaries will vary a lot based on your experience, location, skills, and gender. Keep reading below to research more data on each of these areas.

Distribution of Bistro Attendant Salaries in Argentina

So we've looked at the average salaries a Bistro Attendant will earn in Argentina. The next interesting data point is the distribution of salaries.

Salary ranges

We already know that a Bistro Attendant can earn between 97,300 ARS and 275,500 ARS on average in Argentina. This is known as the range in statistics.

The difference between the maximum and minimum values is a good indicator of variability in salaries, and can be used by employers to figure out how much they can expect to pay, and for employees to know how much they can earn.

Median salary

The median salary for a Bistro Attendant in Argentina is 169,000 ARS. This is the middle value in the distribution of salaries.

What this means is that approximately 50% of the population earn less than 169,000 ARS, and 50% of the population earn more than 169,000 ARS.

If you are earning more than the median salary, that's a good indicator that you are being paid well.

If you're not earning more than the median salary, your objective should be to increase your earnings to be at least as high as the median salary (which you can do by asking for a pay rise, looking for a better paying job, etc).

Percentiles

Percentiles are similar to the median salary, but instead of looking at the middle value, they look at the values in the top and bottom half of the distribution.

For the average Bistro Attendant salary in Argentina, 25% of the population are earning less than 119,700 ARS while 75% of the population earn more than 119,700 ARS.

75% of the population earn less than 204,000 ARS, and 25% of the population earn more than 204,000 ARS.

Like the median salary, the 25th and 75th percentile salaries can be used to determine which quartile you fall into so that you know whether you are being paid well enough compared to others in your profession and location.

The difference between a median and an average salary

The median and average salary are both indicators you can use to see if you are being paid fairly based on the overall population.

  • If your salary is higher than the average and the median salary, you are earning well compared to others.
  • If your salary is lower than the average and the median salary, it could indicate you are not being paid well enough.
  • If you are somewhere in between then it's tricky to determine if you are being paid well enough and you might need to research more closely.

Bistro Attendant Salary by Experience Level in Argentina

The most important factor in determining your salary after the specific profession is the number of years experience you have. It stands to reason that more years of experience will result in a higher wage.

We have researched the average bistro attendant salary based on years of experience to give you an idea of how the average changes once you've worked for a certain amount of time.

  • 0 - 2 Years Experience. A Bistro Attendant in Argentina that has less than two years of experience can expect to earn somewhere in the region of 113,560 ARS.
  • 2 - 5 Years Experience. With two to five years of experience the average Bistro Attendant salary would increase to 146,200 ARS.
  • 5 - 10 Years Experience. From five to ten years of experience as a Bistro Attendant, the average salary would be 192,600 ARS.
  • 10 - 15 Years Experience. Once you have more than ten years of experience the average salary reaches around 225,300 ARS.
  • 15 - 20 Years Experience. A Bistro Attendant with 15 to 20 years of experience can earn an average of 251,500 ARS.
  • 20+ Years Experience. For a Bistro Attendant with more than 20 years, the expected average salary increases to 265,000 ARS.

Average Salary by Experience Chart

0-2 Years
113,560 ARS
2-5 Years +26%
146,200 ARS
5-10 Years +32%
192,600 ARS
10-15 Years +18%
225,300 ARS
15-20 Years +11%
251,500 ARS
20+ Years +6%
265,000 ARS

Bistro Attendant Salary by Education Level in Argentina

As well as experience in a job, your education plays a big role in how much you can earn. A lot of higher paying positions require a high level of education, but how much can a degree increase your salary?

In our research we have compared the salaries of employees in the same job and career level with different levels of education to see how much more you can earn at each education level.

The salary you can earn based on your education is very specific to both your location and the career path you choose.

In our research, we looked at the average salary for a Bistro Attendant in Argentina based on the education level of the employees in order to find out whether a better education level would increase your salary.

  • High School. A Bistro Attendant in Argentina with a high school education can earn an average salary of 159,400 ARS.

  • Certificate or Diploma. A Bistro Attendant in Argentina with a certificate or diploma education can earn an average salary of 247,800 ARS.

Average Salary by Education Chart

High School
159,400 ARS
Certificate or Diploma +56%
247,800 ARS

How Much is a Master's Degree or MBA Program?

The approximate cost of a master's degree or post-graduate program like an MBA in Argentina is around 226,000 to 677,000 ARS and takes two years to complete.

As you can see above, there are financial benefits from reaching master's degree level, but don't expect to see much of a salary increase until you have completed the degree.

It's common for people to pursue an MBA or other post-graduate program in order to switch to a a job that pays more. On average, you can expect to earn around 10% more when switching to a new company.

Whether you decide to pursue a master's degree depends on many factors. If you are able to afford it, the numbers suggest that the return on investment is worth it and you could recover the costs in a few years from the salary increase you would receive.

Bistro Attendant Salary Compared by Gender

In the modern age, we know that there should never be a pay gap between men and women. Unfortunately, in many professions, there is still a significant difference between the salaries earned by men when compared to the salary of women in the same job.

In Argentina, a male bistro attendant will earn an average of 189,300 ARS, while a female bistro attendant will earn around 175,900 ARS.

This means that a male bistro attendant earns approximately 8% more than a female bistro attendant for performing the same job.

Average Salary by Gender Chart in Argentina

Male
189,300 ARS
Female -8%
175,900 ARS

Bistro Attendant Average Pay Raise in Argentina

In many countries, an annual pay raise is often given to employees to reward their service with a salary increase.

From our research, we can see that the average pay raise for a Bistro Attendant in Argentina is around 10% every 17 months.

The national average pay raise across all professions and industries in Argentina is around 9% every 17 months.

In this case, we can see that the number of months between the average pay raise is higher than the typical 12 months.

To make the data more meaningful, we can calculate what the approximate annual pay raise would be using a simple formula:

Annual Increase = ( Increase Rate ÷ Months ) × 12

So for this example, it would be:

Annual Increase = ( 10 ÷ 17 ) × 12  = 7%

What this means is that a Bistro Attendant in Argentina can expect to receive an average pay raise of around 7% every 12 months.

Annual Pay Raise by Industry in Argentina for 2024

In the chart below, you can see the average annual pay raise percentages for each of the major industries in Argentina.

You will see that companies in bigger and more lucrative industries tend to have the higher annual pay raises.

Banking
1%
Energy
2%
Information Technology
3%
Healthcare
4%
Travel
5%
Construction
6%
Education
7%

Bistro Attendant Bonus and Incentive Rates in Argentina

Another part of your overall compensation in a job is how much bonus you receive. Some job roles will be more likely to pay a bonus than others and also more likely to have higher bonus rates.

Generally speaking, jobs that are more involved with direct revenue generation will receive higher bonuses based on the performance towards revenue goals.

A Bistro Attendant is a low bonus based job, with 23% of employees reporting at least one bonus in the last 12 months.

77% reported that they had not received any bonuses in the previous 12 months.

For the employees that did receive a bonus in the previous 12 months, the reported bonuses ranged from 1% to 2%.

Received Bonus
23%
No Bonus
77%

What are the Types of Bonus?

There are a number of difference types of bonus you can receive in a job. Including:

  • Individual performance bonus - This is a bonus that is awarded to an individual employee for general performance in the job. It's the most common type of bonus.
  • Company performance bonus - This is a bonus that is awarded to a company employees to share profit with the staff.
  • Goal based bonus - This is a bonus that is awarded to an individual employee (or a team) for achieving specific goals, objectives, or milestones.
  • Holiday bonus - This type of bonus is usually paid around the holidays, often the end of the year, and is a token of appreciation for the hard work throughout the year.

Government vs Private Sector Salaries

Another commonly asked question is whether you get paid a higher salary working in the public (government) sector or the private sector.

Public sector employees in Argentina earn approximately 6% more than private sector employees in the same role.

Public Sector
556,000 ARS
Private Sector -6%
524,400 ARS

Salaries for Jobs Similar to a Bistro Attendant

In the table below, we have salary information for jobs that are similar to a Bistro Attendant in Argentina.

Job Title Category Salary
All Rounder Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 233,600 ARS
Assistant Executive Housekeeper Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 161,600 ARS
Assistant Food and Beverage Controller Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 319,600 ARS
Assistant Food and Beverage Director Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 695,200 ARS
Assistant Hospitality Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 747,400 ARS
Assistant Storekeeper Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 158,700 ARS
Assistant Tour Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 367,200 ARS
Baker and Pastrycook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 200,000 ARS
Bakery Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 426,700 ARS
Bakery Superintendent Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 263,100 ARS
Banquet Captain Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 212,500 ARS
Banquet Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 283,400 ARS
Banquet Server Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 176,800 ARS
Bar Attendant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 180,300 ARS
Bar Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 367,900 ARS
Bar Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 254,800 ARS
Barista Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 218,900 ARS
Bartender Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 212,500 ARS
Bellman Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 176,800 ARS
Beverage Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 442,200 ARS
Buffet Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 322,600 ARS
Buffet Host Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 181,600 ARS
Buffet Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 407,100 ARS
Butcher and Slaughterer Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 154,700 ARS
Cafeteria Assistant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 200,000 ARS
Cafeteria Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 354,000 ARS
Cafeteria Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 254,700 ARS
Cake Decorator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 217,900 ARS
Casino Shift Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 656,800 ARS
Chain Store Customer Support Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 283,700 ARS
Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 330,900 ARS
Chef De Cuisine Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 502,200 ARS
Club Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 658,300 ARS
Cluster Director Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 875,000 ARS
Cluster Revenue Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 625,000 ARS
Cocktail Server Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 192,000 ARS
Coffee Shop Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 605,700 ARS
Concierge Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 175,900 ARS
Confectionery Baker Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 217,900 ARS
Conference and Sales Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 335,800 ARS
Conference Services Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 407,100 ARS
Cook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 301,600 ARS
Corporate Sous Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 504,400 ARS
Corporate Travel Consultant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 483,800 ARS
Croupier Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 247,800 ARS
Culinary Assistant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 163,800 ARS
Culinary Associate Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 164,200 ARS
Demi Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 348,300 ARS
Dietary Aide Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 367,900 ARS
Dining Room Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 327,300 ARS
Dishwasher Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 150,000 ARS
Duty Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 437,300 ARS
Events Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 279,400 ARS
Executive Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 390,000 ARS
Executive Pastry Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 317,700 ARS
Fast Food Cook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 286,400 ARS
Fast Food Shift Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 311,700 ARS
Fine Dining Cook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 514,300 ARS
Fine Dining Restaurant Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 492,700 ARS
Fleet Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 832,100 ARS
Food and Beverage Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 677,100 ARS
Food Consultant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 563,000 ARS
Food Safety Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 417,100 ARS
Food Server Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 169,000 ARS
Food Service Director Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 642,800 ARS
Food Service Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 728,500 ARS
Food Service Sales Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 421,400 ARS
Food Service Worker Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 180,500 ARS
Front Desk Agent Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 205,700 ARS
Front Desk Clerk Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 209,700 ARS
Front Office Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 375,200 ARS
Guest Service Executive Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 574,200 ARS
Guest Service Representative Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 232,400 ARS
Head Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 424,900 ARS
Head Concierge Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 265,000 ARS
Hospitality Director Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,030,200 ARS
Hostess / Host Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 205,700 ARS
Hotel Desk Clerk Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 197,600 ARS
Hotel Maid Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 152,100 ARS
Hotel Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,006,300 ARS
Hotel Sales Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 733,300 ARS
Hotel Service Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 571,300 ARS
Hotel Staff Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 185,100 ARS
Inventory Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 228,500 ARS
Kitchen Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 351,900 ARS
Kitchen Staff Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 194,600 ARS
Kitchen Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 309,800 ARS
Line Cook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 301,700 ARS
Luggage Porter Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 151,800 ARS
Motel Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 589,400 ARS
Pastry Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 307,400 ARS
Pastrycooking and Baking Assistant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 183,700 ARS
Production Operator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 279,400 ARS
Quality, Health and Safety Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 325,600 ARS
Receptionist Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 207,800 ARS
Regional Restaurant Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 767,000 ARS
Restaurant Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 659,200 ARS
Restaurant Server Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 181,600 ARS
Room Reservations Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 658,300 ARS
Room Service Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 631,200 ARS
Sous Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 378,800 ARS
Special Events Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 421,400 ARS
Supervisor of Food Services Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 471,700 ARS
Tour Consultant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 483,800 ARS
Tour Guide Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 332,500 ARS
Tour Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 430,000 ARS
Travel Agent Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 357,300 ARS
Travel Consultant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 524,700 ARS
Waiter / Waitress Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 180,500 ARS

Salary Comparison by City

If you want to compare salaries with different cities in Argentina, you can use the links below to explore the data for each specific city we have researched.

City Average Salary
Avellaneda 189,300 ARS
Bahia Blanca 189,300 ARS
Buenos Aires 197,600 ARS
Cordoba 207,800 ARS
Corrientes 194,600 ARS
La Plata 207,700 ARS
Lanus 176,800 ARS
Mar del Plata 204,700 ARS
Mendoza 174,000 ARS
Neuquen 190,500 ARS
Quilmes 190,500 ARS
Resistencia 185,100 ARS
Rosario 212,500 ARS
Salta 187,300 ARS
San Juan 183,600 ARS
San Miguel de Tucuman 192,600 ARS
Santa Fe 194,600 ARS
Santiago del Estero 180,500 ARS

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