Chef Salary in California

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How much does a Chef make in California? The average Chef salary in California is $59,193 as of April 01, 2025, but the range typically falls between $51,453 and $69,014. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Chef Salary	$44,406	CA	April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Chef Salary	$51,453	CA	April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Chef Salary	$59,193	CA	April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Chef Salary	$69,014	CA	April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Chef Salary	$77,955	CA	April 01, 2025

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Prep Chef

The Den - MISSOULA , MT

Line Cooks will be responsible for plating dishes and completing basic food prepping tasks for a restaurant. Their main duties include preparing and cooking foo

- 2 days ago

Prep Chef

The Den - MISSOULA , MT

Line Cooks will be responsible for plating dishes and completing basic food prepping tasks for a restaurant. Their main duties include preparing and cooking foo

- 7 days ago

Prep Chef

The Den - MISSOULA , MT

Line Cooks will be responsible for plating dishes and completing basic food prepping tasks for a restaurant. Their main duties include preparing and cooking foo

- 17 days ago

Executive Chef

Knott's Berry Farm - BUENA PARK , CA

Overview. The Executive Chef is responsible for the efficient and effective management of all food & beverage outlets working alongside the VP and/or Director o

- 130 days ago

Executive Chef I - Great Benefits!

Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living - SILVER SPRING , MD

Location. Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living. Join our team as an Executive Chef who brings their passion for great food, teamwork, and culinary experi

- 19 days ago

Executive Chef I - Hiring Now

Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living - SILVER SPRING , MD

Location. Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living. Join our team as an Executive Chef who brings their passion for great food, teamwork, and culinary experi

- 19 days ago

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Location	Avg. Salary	Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA	Avg. Salary $56,225	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acampo, CA	Avg. Salary $57,384	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acton, CA	Avg. Salary $59,064	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adelanto, CA	Avg. Salary $56,182	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adin, CA	Avg. Salary $54,878	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Agoura Hills, CA	Avg. Salary $58,291	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Aguanga, CA	Avg. Salary $56,300	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Ahwahnee, CA	Avg. Salary $53,451	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alameda, CA	Avg. Salary $65,536	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alamo, CA	Avg. Salary $65,386	Date Updated April 01, 2025

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What does a Chef do?

Chef

Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate.

October 31, 2022

Provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques.

February 28, 2023

Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.

March 12, 2023

Follows and complies, or ensures compliance, with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices.

March 12, 2023

Documents waste and spoilage using appropriate forms.

April 22, 2023

Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products.

April 27, 2023

Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed.

May 01, 2023

Performs other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership.

May 02, 2023

Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets.

May 04, 2023

Assists with food cost control, menu planning, purchasing, and ensures food quality guidelines are followed.

May 21, 2023

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About California

California is a state in the Pacific Region of the United States. With 39.6 million residents, California is the most populous U.S. state and the third-largest by area. The state capital is Sacramento. The Greater Los Angeles Area and the San Francisco Bay Area are the nation's second and fifth most populous urban regions, with 18.7 million and 9.7 million residents respectively. Los Angeles is California's most populous city, and the country's second most populous, after New York City. California also has the nation's most populous county, Los Angeles County, and its largest county by area, S...

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