How much does a Head Chef make in Louisiana? The average Head Chef salary in Louisiana is $90,400 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $77,900 and $104,500. 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 $66,519 LA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Head Chef Salary $77,900 LA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Head Chef Salary $90,400 LA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Head Chef Salary $104,500 LA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Head Chef Salary $117,337 LA March 26, 2024
25% $77,900 10% $66,519 90% $117,337 75% $104,500 $90,400 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 Abbeville, LA Avg. Salary $86,119 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abita Springs, LA Avg. Salary $90,967 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acme, LA Avg. Salary $82,507 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addis, LA Avg. Salary $90,302 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aimwell, LA Avg. Salary $82,507 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akers, LA Avg. Salary $90,777 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, LA Avg. Salary $89,541 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexandria, LA Avg. Salary $83,268 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ama, LA Avg. Salary $91,537 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amelia, LA Avg. Salary $89,541 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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