Average Food Service Manager Salary in Mauritania for 2024

In this article, we will look at the average Food Service Manager salary for 2024 in Mauritania 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 Mauritanian ouguiya. To keep things simple, we are using the MRU currency code instead of the currency symbol UM.

How Much Does a Food Service Manager Make in Mauritania?

A Food Service Manager working in Mauritania will typically earn around 318,800 MRU per year, and this can range from the lowest average salary of about 164,200 MRU to the highest average salary of 485,200 MRU.

Average Annual Salary
318,800 MRU
Average Monthly Salary
26,566 MRU

Lowest Annual Salary
164,200 MRU
Lowest Monthly Salary
13,683 MRU

Highest Annual Salary
485,200 MRU
Highest Monthly Salary
40,433 MRU

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

Food Service Manager 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 Food Service Manager Salaries in Mauritania

So we've looked at the average salaries a Food Service Manager will earn in Mauritania. The next interesting data point is the distribution of salaries.

Salary ranges

We already know that a Food Service Manager can earn between 164,200 MRU and 485,200 MRU on average in Mauritania. 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 Food Service Manager in Mauritania is 305,600 MRU. This is the middle value in the distribution of salaries.

What this means is that approximately 50% of the population earn less than 305,600 MRU, and 50% of the population earn more than 305,600 MRU.

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 Food Service Manager salary in Mauritania, 25% of the population are earning less than 209,500 MRU while 75% of the population earn more than 209,500 MRU.

75% of the population earn less than 378,800 MRU, and 25% of the population earn more than 378,800 MRU.

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.

Food Service Manager Salary by Experience Level in Mauritania

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 food service manager 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 Food Service Manager in Mauritania that has less than two years of experience can expect to earn somewhere in the region of 187,300 MRU.
  • 2 - 5 Years Experience. With two to five years of experience the average Food Service Manager salary would increase to 253,400 MRU.
  • 5 - 10 Years Experience. From five to ten years of experience as a Food Service Manager, the average salary would be 327,800 MRU.
  • 10 - 15 Years Experience. Once you have more than ten years of experience the average salary reaches around 394,500 MRU.
  • 15 - 20 Years Experience. A Food Service Manager with 15 to 20 years of experience can earn an average of 431,300 MRU.
  • 20+ Years Experience. For a Food Service Manager with more than 20 years, the expected average salary increases to 454,900 MRU.

Average Salary by Experience Chart

0-2 Years
187,300 MRU
2-5 Years +34%
253,400 MRU
5-10 Years +30%
327,800 MRU
10-15 Years +21%
394,500 MRU
15-20 Years +9%
431,300 MRU
20+ Years +5%
454,900 MRU

Food Service Manager Salary by Education Level in Mauritania

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 Food Service Manager in Mauritania 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 Food Service Manager in Mauritania with a high school education can earn an average salary of 225,300 MRU.

  • Certificate or Diploma. A Food Service Manager in Mauritania with a certificate or diploma education can earn an average salary of 257,700 MRU.

  • Bachelor's Degree. A Food Service Manager in Mauritania with a bachelor's degree education can earn an average salary of 365,400 MRU.

  • Master's Degree. A Food Service Manager in Mauritania with a master's degree education can earn an average salary of 440,200 MRU.

Average Salary by Education Chart

High School
225,300 MRU
Certificate or Diploma +14%
257,700 MRU
Bachelor's Degree +41%
365,400 MRU
Master's Degree +21%
440,200 MRU

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 Mauritania is around 99,400 to 298,000 MRU 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.

Food Service Manager 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 Mauritania, a male food service manager will earn an average of 340,400 MRU, while a female food service manager will earn around 301,600 MRU.

This means that a male food service manager earns approximately 13% more than a female food service manager for performing the same job.

Average Salary by Gender Chart in Mauritania

Male
340,400 MRU
Female -13%
301,600 MRU

Food Service Manager Average Pay Raise in Mauritania

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 Food Service Manager in Mauritania is around 8% every 30 months.

The national average pay raise across all professions and industries in Mauritania is around 5% every 28 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 = ( 8 ÷ 30 ) × 12  = 3%

What this means is that a Food Service Manager in Mauritania can expect to receive an average pay raise of around 3% every 12 months.

Annual Pay Raise by Industry in Mauritania for 2024

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

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%

Food Service Manager Bonus and Incentive Rates in Mauritania

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 Food Service Manager is a moderate bonus based job, with 61% of employees reporting at least one bonus in the last 12 months.

39% 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 6% to 8%.

Received Bonus
61%
No Bonus
39%

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 Mauritania earn approximately 10% more than private sector employees in the same role.

Public Sector
247,800 MRU
Private Sector -10%
225,700 MRU

Salaries for Jobs Similar to a Food Service Manager

In the table below, we have salary information for jobs that are similar to a Food Service Manager in Mauritania.

Job Title Category Salary
All Rounder Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 96,540 MRU
Assistant Executive Housekeeper Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 75,500 MRU
Assistant Food and Beverage Controller Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 138,800 MRU
Assistant Food and Beverage Director Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 311,700 MRU
Assistant Hospitality Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 340,400 MRU
Assistant Storekeeper Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 67,560 MRU
Assistant Tour Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 159,500 MRU
Baker and Pastrycook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 82,920 MRU
Bakery Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 172,400 MRU
Bakery Superintendent Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 123,400 MRU
Banquet Captain Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 89,960 MRU
Banquet Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 119,900 MRU
Banquet Server Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 73,760 MRU
Bar Attendant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 80,920 MRU
Bar Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 169,000 MRU
Bar Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 108,300 MRU
Barista Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 95,720 MRU
Bartender Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 95,600 MRU
Bellman Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 70,880 MRU
Beverage Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 187,500 MRU
Bistro Attendant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 79,280 MRU
Buffet Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 148,300 MRU
Buffet Host Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 77,120 MRU
Buffet Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 181,600 MRU
Butcher and Slaughterer Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 64,300 MRU
Cafeteria Assistant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 80,840 MRU
Cafeteria Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 151,800 MRU
Cafeteria Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 111,860 MRU
Cake Decorator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 91,320 MRU
Casino Shift Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 257,700 MRU
Chain Store Customer Support Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 129,000 MRU
Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 148,300 MRU
Chef De Cuisine Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 216,800 MRU
Club Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 294,300 MRU
Cluster Director Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 341,900 MRU
Cluster Revenue Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 279,400 MRU
Cocktail Server Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 76,540 MRU
Coffee Shop Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 275,500 MRU
Concierge Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 73,880 MRU
Confectionery Baker Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 93,120 MRU
Conference and Sales Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 143,200 MRU
Conference Services Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 175,900 MRU
Cook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 127,700 MRU
Corporate Sous Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 204,000 MRU
Corporate Travel Consultant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 210,500 MRU
Croupier Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 101,840 MRU
Culinary Assistant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 69,240 MRU
Culinary Associate Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 66,100 MRU
Demi Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 142,300 MRU
Dietary Aide Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 152,300 MRU
Dining Room Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 134,600 MRU
Dishwasher Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 61,840 MRU
Duty Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 180,300 MRU
Events Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 117,860 MRU
Executive Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 168,100 MRU
Executive Pastry Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 137,400 MRU
Fast Food Cook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 125,100 MRU
Fast Food Shift Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 125,700 MRU
Fine Dining Cook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 225,300 MRU
Fine Dining Restaurant Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 215,100 MRU
Fleet Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 372,600 MRU
Food and Beverage Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 288,700 MRU
Food Consultant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 225,700 MRU
Food Safety Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 172,200 MRU
Food Server Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 73,020 MRU
Food Service Director Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 288,700 MRU
Food Service Sales Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 176,800 MRU
Food Service Worker Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 73,820 MRU
Front Desk Agent Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 86,740 MRU
Front Desk Clerk Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 86,740 MRU
Front Office Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 159,500 MRU
Guest Service Executive Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 253,400 MRU
Guest Service Representative Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 99,100 MRU
Head Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 181,600 MRU
Head Concierge Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 117,440 MRU
Hospitality Director Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 459,700 MRU
Hostess / Host Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 88,620 MRU
Hotel Desk Clerk Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 89,280 MRU
Hotel Maid Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 62,060 MRU
Hotel Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 444,300 MRU
Hotel Sales Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 339,100 MRU
Hotel Service Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 233,900 MRU
Hotel Staff Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 82,480 MRU
Inventory Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 93,220 MRU
Kitchen Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 148,300 MRU
Kitchen Staff Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 82,520 MRU
Kitchen Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 130,400 MRU
Line Cook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 134,600 MRU
Luggage Porter Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 62,420 MRU
Motel Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 237,400 MRU
Pastry Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 119,700 MRU
Pastrycooking and Baking Assistant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 84,040 MRU
Production Operator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 128,500 MRU
Quality, Health and Safety Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 138,800 MRU
Receptionist Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 88,580 MRU
Regional Restaurant Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 357,700 MRU
Restaurant Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 288,100 MRU
Restaurant Server Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 78,420 MRU
Room Reservations Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 294,700 MRU
Room Service Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 263,200 MRU
Sous Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 164,200 MRU
Special Events Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 176,800 MRU
Supervisor of Food Services Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 197,600 MRU
Tour Consultant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 208,600 MRU
Tour Guide Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 143,200 MRU
Tour Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 200,000 MRU
Travel Agent Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 154,700 MRU
Travel Consultant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 221,500 MRU
Waiter / Waitress Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 73,820 MRU

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