Line cook salary in United States

The average salary for a Line Cook is $18.51 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 109.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 2, 2026.

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Line Cook salaries typically range between a low of $14.34 and a high of $23.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Line Cook include New York, NY at $21.38 per hour, Los Angeles, CA at $20.84 per hour, and Nashville, TN at $19.75 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Line Cook include Able2 ($156,000 per year) and Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago ($139,360 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Line Cook salary compares to related positions:

• Entry Level Line Cook: Average $18.51 per hour
• Senior Line Cook: Average $20.91 per hour