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Avg. salary range
$69k–$86k
across regions
Hours / Day
12
Days / Week
6
working days
About this career
Restaurant owners are responsible for all the daily operations of their business as well as its overall direction and reputation. Their work can vary widely. Some restaurant owners are extremely hands-on, helping out in the kitchen and interacting with customers, while others hire managers and focus on strategic planning. Success in the restaurant industry isn’t easy, and new businesses often see little to no profit starting out.
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Where you could work
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Where do we get our data?
Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
What you'll need
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Leadership
Do you work well in a group setting? Are you good at building relationships with others? Are you good at recognizing the skills of others?
Planning
Do you often take notes or make lists? Do you manage you time efficiently? Are you able to prioritize important tasks?
Problem Solving
Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Are you able to easily identify the cause of a problem?
Communication
Are you able to write or vocalize your thoughts efficiently? Can you retain information that you hear or read?
Strength/ Dexterity
Are you able to lift a moderate amount of weight without any issue? Can you stand or walk for an extended period of time?
Education & Training
High School Diploma
A high school diploma is a North American academic qualification awarded upon high school graduation. The high school diploma is typically studied for over the course of four years, from Grade 9 to Grade 12.
Compensation
Columbia Basin
Washington
Low
$33,200
Average
$69,300
High
$88,000
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
6 on · 1 off per cycle
Shifts depend on hours of operation and often extend past open times. Working more than 40 hours a week is not uncommon.
Hospitality
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$75,067
Overall Rank
97th
out of 199 careers
In Hospitality
2nd
out of 18 careers
Salary distribution
Rankings are based on average salary data across all careers in our database. Individual earnings may vary.
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