How much does a Head Chef make in Massachusetts? The average Head Chef salary in Massachusetts is $103,500 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $89,100 and $119,500. 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 $75,990 MA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Head Chef Salary $89,100 MA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Head Chef Salary $103,500 MA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Head Chef Salary $119,500 MA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Head Chef Salary $134,067 MA March 26, 2024
25% $89,100 10% $75,990 90% $134,067 75% $119,500 $103,500 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 Attleboro, MA Avg. Salary $99,712 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Barnstable, MA Avg. Salary $100,758 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Fitchburg, MA Avg. Salary $101,328 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Hyannis, MA Avg. Salary $100,378 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Leominster, MA Avg. Salary $100,092 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Malden, MA Avg. Salary $106,556 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Methuen, MA Avg. Salary $101,518 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Newton, MA Avg. Salary $106,556 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Revere, MA Avg. Salary $106,556 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Weymouth, MA Avg. Salary $103,799 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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