Process, plant and machine operatives vs Waiters and waitresses Salary (2025)

How do Process, plant and machine operatives and Waiters and waitresses salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Process, plant and machine operatives earns £23,043 more per year (228% higher)
vs

Waiters and waitresses

£10,128
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricProcess, plant and machine operativesWaiters and waitressesDifference
Median Annual£33,171£10,128+£23,043
Mean Annual£34,903£12,121+£22,782
Monthly£2,764£844+£1,920
Weekly£638£195+£443
Hourly£15.95£4.87+£11.08

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileProcess, plant and machine operativesWaiters and waitresses
10th (Entry)£17,094£2,228
25th£26,372£4,524
50th (Median)£33,171£10,128
75th£42,276£18,211
90th (Senior)£52,540£25,699
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Process, plant and machine operatives or a Waiters and waitresses?
A Process, plant and machine operatives earns more. The median salary for a Process, plant and machine operatives is £33,171, whilst a Waiters and waitresses earns £10,128 — a difference of £23,043 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Process, plant and machine operatives and a Waiters and waitresses?
The difference is £23,043 per year. Process, plant and machine operatives is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Process, plant and machine operatives or a Waiters and waitresses?
From a salary perspective, Process, plant and machine 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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