Food Preparation Workers pay in Reno
In Reno (NV), the median pay for food preparation workers is $15.47 an hour ($32,180 a year). About 1,490 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($35,320). It is 4% lower than the Nevada median ($33,460).
Pay range for food preparation workers in Reno (NV)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $12.40 | $25,790 |
| 25% of workers | $13.88 | $28,870 |
| Half of workers (median) | $15.47 | $32,180 |
| 75% of workers | $18.62 | $38,730 |
| 90% of workers | $21.84 | $45,420 |
Food Preparation Workers pay in Nevada metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Carson City | $35,090 | 150 |
| Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas | $33,870 | 9,460 |
| Reno (this page) | $32,180 | 1,490 |
Nevada unemployment rate: 4.8% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for food preparation workers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -3% over ten years, declining · about 135,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Reno (NV)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $31,530 |
| Cooks, Restaurant | $38,930 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $26,030 |
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