Food, drink and tobacco process operatives vs Receptionists Salary (2025)

How do Food, drink and tobacco process operatives and Receptionists salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Food, drink and tobacco process operatives earns £9,299 more per year (48% higher)
vs

Receptionists

£19,348
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricFood, drink and tobacco process operativesReceptionistsDifference
Median Annual£28,647£19,348+£9,299
Mean Annual£29,602£19,635+£9,967
Monthly£2,387£1,612+£775
Weekly£551£372+£179
Hourly£13.77£9.30+£4.47

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileFood, drink and tobacco process operativesReceptionists
10th (Entry)£18,174£8,792
25th£24,514£13,123
50th (Median)£28,647£19,348
75th£34,736£25,704
90th (Senior)£42,506£30,411
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Food, drink and tobacco process operatives or a Receptionists?
A Food, drink and tobacco process operatives earns more. The median salary for a Food, drink and tobacco process operatives is £28,647, whilst a Receptionists earns £19,348 — a difference of £9,299 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Food, drink and tobacco process operatives and a Receptionists?
The difference is £9,299 per year. Food, drink and tobacco process operatives is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Food, drink and tobacco process operatives or a Receptionists?
From a salary perspective, Food, drink and tobacco process operatives offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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