Cook salary in Sulphur, LA 70663
How much does a Cook make in Louisiana?
Average base salary
$12.28
same
as national averageAverage $12.28
Low $9.43
High $15.99
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
The average salary for a cook is $12.28 per hour in Louisiana. 1.5k salaries reported, updated at December 5, 2023
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Salaries by years of experience in Louisiana
| Years of experience | Per hour |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | |
| 1 to 2 years | |
| 3 to 5 years | |
| 6 to 9 years | |
| More than 10 years |
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Top companies for Cooks in Sulphur, LA 70663
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Highest paying cities for Cooks near Sulphur, LA 70663
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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Cooks
Most recommended skill
Nutrition Degree(earn +43.84% more)
The jobs requiring this skill have increase by 48.59% since 2018. Cooks with this skill earn +43.84% more than the average base salary, which is $12.28 per hour.
Job Trend
| Year | Number of job openings on Indeed requiring this skill | Change from previous year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 5 | increase by 5 |
| 2013 | 67 | increase by 1240.00% |
| 2014 | 82 | increase by 22.39% |
| 2015 | 37 | decrease by 54.88% |
| 2016 | 90 | increase by 143.24% |
| 2017 | 134 | increase by 48.89% |
| 2018 | 142 | increase by 5.97% |
| 2019 | 211 | increase by 48.59% |
Top companies hiring Cooks with the recommended skill
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Top fields of study
Nutrition DegreeTop specialties
Addiction MedicineTop certifications
Food Handler CertificationMore critical skills and qualifications that pay well
| Top Fields of study | Salary | Job openings | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 jobs | 10 | ||
| 130 jobs | 265 |
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Most common benefits for Cooks
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- 403(b)
- AD&D insurance
- Childcare
- Commuter assistance
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Food provided
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Pet insurance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
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Salary satisfaction
Based on 46,690 ratings30% of Cooks in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.
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Common questions about salaries for a Cook
How can I know if I am being paid fairly as a cook?
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How much do similar professions to cook get paid?
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Do cooks get paid hourly or monthly?
Most cooks in the United States get paid by the hour.
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