How much does a Chef make in Kansas City, MO? The average Chef salary in Kansas City, MO is $52,308 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $45,468 and $60,986. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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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
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
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
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
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
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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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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60986
52308

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
45859
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52818
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chef in Kansas City, MO. The base salary for Chef ranges from $45,468 to $60,986 with the average base salary of $52,308. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $45,859 to $61,792 with the average total cash compensation of $52,818.

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About Kansas City, Missouri    Kansas City is the largest city in the U.S. state of Missouri. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city had an estimated population of 488,943 in....More

Kansas City, Missouri  area prices were up 1.7% from a year ago

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