Chefs and Head Cooks Salary in Salinas, CA

Median Salary

$72,440

per year

Hourly Rate

$34.83

per hour

Employment

360

in Salinas, CA

vs. National Avg

+16.0%

National: $62,470

📊 Compared to the national median of $62,470, Salinas, CA pays 16.0% MORE for Chefs and Head Cooks positions.

Salary Distribution in Salinas, CA

10th

$40,150

25th

$59,190

Median

$72,440

75th

$91,380

90th

$111,730

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).