Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets Industry Research Report
Industry Overview
This U.S. industry comprises establishments, known as cafeterias, grill buffets, or buffets, primarily engaged in preparing and serving meals for immediate consumption using cafeteria-style or buffet serving equipment, such as steam tables, refrigerated areas, display grills, and self-service nonalcoholic beverage dispensing equipment. Patrons select from food and drink items on display in a continuous cafeteria line or from buffet stations. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
Source: U.S. Census BureauCafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets Market Size
This research report analyzes the market size and trends in the Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets industry. It shows overall market size from 2020 to the present, and predicts industry growth through 2030. Revenues data include both public and private companies.
| Historical | Forecasted |
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 |
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| Market Size (Total Revenue) | Included in Report |
| % Growth Rate |
| Number of Companies |
| Total Employees |
| Average Revenue per Company |
| Average Employees per Company |
Source: U.S. government financial dataIndustry Revenue ($ Billions)
Industry Forecast ($ Billions)
Advanced econometric models forecast five years of industry growth based on short- and long-term trend analysis. Market size includes revenue generated from all products and services sold within the industry.
Geographic Breakdown by U.S. State
Market size by state reveals local opportunity through the number of companies located in the region. Each state's growth rate is affected by regional economic conditions. Data by state can be used to pinpoint profitable and nonprofitable locations for Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets companies in the United States.
Industry Revenue by State [Sample]
Distribution by Company Size
| Company Size | All Industries | Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets |
|---|
| Small Business (< 5 Employees) | Included |
| Small Business (5 - 20) |
| Midsized Business (20 - 100) |
| Large Business (100 - 500) |
| Enterprise (> 500) |
Industry Income Statement (Average Financial Metrics)
Financial statement analysis determines averages for the following industry forces:
- Cost of goods sold
- Compensation of officers
- Salaries and wages
- Employee benefit programs
- Rent paid
- Advertising and marketing budgets
The report includes a traditional income statement from an "average" Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets company (both public and private companies are included).
| Industry Average | Percent of Sales |
|---|
| Total Revenue | Included |
| Operating Revenue |
| Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) |
| Gross Profit |
| Operating Expenses |
| Operating Income |
| Non-Operating Income |
| Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT) |
| Interest Expense |
| Earnings Before Taxes |
| Income Tax |
| Net Profit |
Average Income Statement
Cost of Goods Sold
Salaries, Wages, and Benefits
Rent
Advertising
Depreciation and Amortization
Officer Compensation
Net Income
Financial Ratio Analysis
Financial ratios allow a company's performance to be compared against that of its peers.
| Financial Ratio | Industry Average |
|---|
| Profitability Ratios | Included |
| Profit Margin |
| ROE |
| ROA |
| Liquidity Ratios |
| Current Ratio |
| Quick Ratio |
| Activity Ratios |
| Average Collection Period |
| Asset Turnover Ratio |
| Receivables Turnover Ratio |
| Inventory Conversion Ratio |
Salary information for employees working in the Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets industry.
| Title | Percent of Workforce | Bottom Quartile | Average (Median) Salary | Upper Quartile |
|---|
| Management Occupations | 2% | Included |
| Chief Executives | 0% |
| General and Operations Managers | 1% |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 93% |
| Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers | 6% |
| Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers | 6% |
| Cooks and Food Preparation Workers | 25% |
| Cooks | 21% |
| Cooks, Restaurant | 19% |
| Food and Beverage Serving Workers | 45% |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 37% |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 37% |
| Other Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers | 18% |
| Dishwashers | 6% |
| Dishwashers | 6% |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | 7% |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | 7% |
Government Contracts
The federal government spent an annual total of
$467,403 on the Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets industry. It has awarded 43 contracts to 14 companies, with an average value of $33,386 per company.
Top Companies in Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets and Adjacent Industries
| Company | Address | Revenue
($ Millions) |
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Included |
