BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Chefs and Head Cooks in New York earn between $46,260 and $120,370, with a mean of $74,840. The national average for this role is $66,700.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| New York | $74,840 |
| National Average | $66,700 |
| Rhode Island | $84,860 |
| Hawaii | $80,720 |
| District of Columbia | $79,660 |
| Washington | $74,670 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. New York. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.