Chefs and Head Cooks Jobs Pay in Watertown-Fort Drum, NY
Average Hourly Pay
$32.21
0.7%Above national average
Range: $30.68 – $33.75
Average Annual Pay
$67,005
0.7%Above national average
Range: $63,814 – $70,196
How much do Chefs and Head Cooks make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$27.38/hr
Range: $26.08 – $28.69
Annual Rate
$56,954
Range: $54,242 – $59,667
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.21/hr
Range: $30.68 – $33.75
Annual Rate
$67,005
Range: $63,814 – $70,196
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$37.04/hr
Range: $35.28 – $38.81
Annual Rate
$77,056
Range: $73,386 – $80,725
Chefs and Head Cooks job description
Chefs and Head Cooks professionals work in restaurants, cafes, and food service establishments to prepare and serve food and beverages. They ensure food quality, maintain cleanliness, and provide excellent customer experiences.
Responsibilities
- •Prepare food and beverages to standards
- •Maintain food safety and hygiene
- •Serve customers and take orders
- •Clean and sanitize work areas
- •Stock supplies and ingredients
- •Work as part of a kitchen team
Skills
- •Food preparation techniques
- •Food safety and sanitation
- •Customer service
- •Speed and efficiency
- •Teamwork
- •Physical stamina
Qualifications
- •Food handler certification
- •Previous food service experience
- •Ability to work in fast-paced environment
- •Weekend and evening availability
