How much does a Head Chef make in Maryland? The average Head Chef salary in Maryland is $98,600 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $84,900 and $113,800. 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.

Head Chef Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Head Chef Salary $72,427 MD May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Head Chef Salary $84,900 MD May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Head Chef Salary $98,600 MD May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Head Chef Salary $113,800 MD May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Head Chef Salary $127,639 MD May 28, 2024
25% $84,900 10% $72,427 90% $127,639 75% $113,800 $98,600 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Head Chef creates and updates menus to maximize profits and minimize loss. Directs and oversees the operations of the kitchen(s), including menu development, inventory and purchasing of supplies, cost control and sanitation. Being a Head Chef monitors customer satisfaction. Tests and develops recipes. In addition, Head Chef is responsible for supervising and training staff. Requires an understanding of federal, state, and local food sanitation regulations. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Head Chef typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Working as a Head Chef typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Dundalk, MD Avg. Salary $98,225 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Abell, MD Avg. Salary $105,869 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Aberdeen, MD Avg. Salary $96,218 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Avg. Salary $96,792 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Abingdon, MD Avg. Salary $96,314 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Accident, MD Avg. Salary $85,517 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Accokeek, MD Avg. Salary $106,156 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Adamstown, MD Avg. Salary $103,862 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Allen, MD Avg. Salary $101,569 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Andrews Air Force Base, MD Avg. Salary $106,347 Date Updated May 28, 2024

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