Chef: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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How much does a Chef make in United States of America?

$56,000/ Annual
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The average Chef in United States of America is $56,000 per year or $28.34 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $35,360 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $72,725 per year.

Median$56,000

Low$35,360

High$72,725

Chef: Average Salary in United States of America

Nevada$75,000

Hawaii$72,500

California$72,049

New York$70,221

Massachusetts$66,677

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Restaurant Manager$100,000

Store Manager$93,284

Assistant Manager$83,750

Shift Manager$83,750

Chef$56,000

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