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Entry level chef salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does an Entry Level Chef make in the United States?

Average base salary

$22.85
Average $22.85
Low $17.22
High $30.31

The average salary for a entry level chef is $22.85 per hour in the United States. 35 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 22, 2026).

Highest paying companies for Entry Level Chef in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Jim 'N Nick's
 
$77,500per year
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Harry's Pizzeria
 
$60,000per year
LGC Associates, LLC
 
$57,500per year
1440 Multiversity
 
$55,813per year
Culinary Services Group
 
$55,000per year
Personal Home
 
$52,000per year

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Highest paying cities for Entry Level Chefs near United States

  1. Scotts Valley, CA
    $26.80 per hour
  2. Bedford Heights, OH
    $19.90 per hour
  3. Manchester, NH
    $17.89 per hour
  4. Lisle, IL
    $16.97 per hour
  5. Houston, TX
    $16.06 per hour

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