What are the main factors that influence a Cook's Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Cook's Assistant?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Cook's Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cook's Assistant's salary?

A Cook's Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $33,599 for beginners, reaching about $34,535 at mid-level, and approach $35,759 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Cook's Assistant?

Cook's Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cook's Assistant roles are District of Columbia $37,500, California $37,400, Massachusetts $36,900. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cook's Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Cook's Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Cook III: $42,447; Assistant Manager/Cook: $42,218; Assistant Cook/Cook: $39,196; Cook's Assistant, Senior: $38,690; Senior Prep Cook: $38,624.

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Cook's Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cook's Assistant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cook's Assistant in Delaware is $34,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.

However, a Cook's Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $39,458
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $32,100 to $37,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,097

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Cook's Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,000	$3,083	$712	$18
Average	$34,300	$2,858	$660	$16
25th Percentile	$32,100	$2,675	$617	$15

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Key Factors That Influence Cook's Assistant Salaries

A Cook's Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Cook's Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cook's Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $33,599
Early Career (1-2 years): $33,665
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $34,535
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $35,677
Expert (over 8 years): $35,759

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Cook's Assistant	$33,599
Intermediate Level Cook's Assistant	$33,665
Senior Level Cook's Assistant	$34,535
Specialist Level Cook's Assistant	$35,677
Expert Level Cook's Assistant	$35,759

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How Do Cook's Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Cook's Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $37,500.
California: $37,400.
Massachusetts: $36,900.

District of Columbia $37,500 California $37,400 Massachusetts $36,900 Washington $36,700 New Jersey $36,700 Alaska $36,700 Connecticut $36,200 New York $36,000

Hawaii $35,400 Rhode Island $35,100 Maryland $34,900 Minnesota $34,700 Colorado $34,600 Illinois $34,500 Oregon $34,400 Delaware $34,300

New Hampshire $34,300 Virginia $34,100 Pennsylvania $33,700 Nevada $33,500 North Dakota $33,500 Michigan $33,400 Wisconsin $33,300 Vermont $33,300

Texas $33,100 Ohio $33,000 Maine $33,000 Arizona $33,000 Georgia $32,700 Indiana $32,500 Wyoming $32,500 Utah $32,500

Iowa $32,400 Kansas $32,300 Louisiana $32,200 North Carolina $32,200 Missouri $32,200 Florida $32,100 Montana $32,000 Nebraska $31,900

Kentucky $31,900 South Carolina $31,800 Tennessee $31,700 Idaho $31,600 New Mexico $31,400 Oklahoma $31,300 Alabama $31,100 South Dakota $30,800

Arkansas $30,600 West Virginia $30,500 Mississippi $30,200

Top Paying Cities for Cook's Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $34,200
Little Creek: $34,400
Magnolia: $34,400

Lincoln, DE $34,200 Little Creek, DE $34,400 Magnolia, DE $34,400 Milford, DE $34,200 Marydel, DE $34,300 Millsboro, DE $34,000 Millville, DE $34,100 Milton, DE $34,100

Nassau, DE $34,200 Ocean View, DE $34,100 Rehoboth Beach, DE $34,100 Seaford, DE $34,100 Selbyville, DE $34,000 Smyrna, DE $34,400 Viola, DE $34,300 Woodside, DE $34,400

Bear, DE $34,300 Newark, DE $34,300 Claymont, DE $34,300 Delaware City, DE $34,300 Hockessin, DE $34,300 Kirkwood, DE $34,300 Middletown, DE $34,300 Montchanin, DE $34,300

New Castle, DE $34,300 Odessa, DE $34,300 Port Penn, DE $34,400 Rockland, DE $34,300 Saint Georges, DE $34,300 Townsend, DE $34,400 Winterthur, DE $34,300 Lewes, DE $34,100

Wilmington, DE $34,300 Dover, DE $34,400 Dover Afb, DE $34,200 Bethany Beach, DE $34,000 Bethel, DE $34,100 Bridgeville, DE $34,100 Camden Wyoming, DE $34,300 Cheswold, DE $34,400

Clayton, DE $34,400 Dagsboro, DE $34,000 Delmar, DE $33,900 Ellendale, DE $34,100 Felton, DE $34,200 Fenwick Island, DE $34,000 Frankford, DE $34,000 Frederica, DE $34,300

Georgetown, DE $34,000 Greenwood, DE $34,100 Harbeson, DE $34,000 Harrington, DE $34,200 Hartly, DE $34,300 Houston, DE $34,200 Kenton, DE $34,400 Laurel, DE $34,000

Yorklyn, DE $34,300

Cook's Assistant Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Cook's Assistant salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $38,397. While startup companies pay approximate $32,483.

Cook's Assistant Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$32,483
Growth Stage	51~500	$34,354
Established	501~5000	$37,079
Enterprise	5000+	$38,397

Cook's Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cook's Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Cook's Assistant positions in Financial Services or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cook's Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cook's Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$44,590	$21.0	30%
Aerospace & Defense	$42,875	$21.0	25%
MFG Nondurable	$41,160	$20.0	20%
Healthcare	$39,445	$19.0	15%
Business Services	$37,730	$18.0	10%

Cook's Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cook's Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$32,100

Average $34,300/year

$37,000

$2,675

Average $2,858/month

$3,083

$617

Average $660/week

$712

$15

Average $16/hour

$18

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,000	$3,083	$712	$18
Average	$34,300	$2,858	$660	$16
25th Percentile	$32,100	$2,675	$617	$15

Cook's Assistant Salary Growth & Career Path

Cook's Assistant

Banquet Chef

Facility Cook/Menu Planner

Senior Line Cook/Prep Cook

Cook's Helper, Senior

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Cook's Assistant, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Cook's Assistant Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Banquet Chef	$59,900	75%
Facility Cook/Menu Planner	$38,450	12%
Senior Line Cook/Prep Cook	$38,450	12%
Cook's Helper, Senior	$39,200	14%

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Cook's Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cook's Assistant make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Cook's Assistant Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Cook's Assistant Salaries?

How Do Cook's Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Cook's Assistants

Cook's Assistant Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Cook's Assistant Salary by Company Size

Cook's Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a Cook's Assistant

Cook's Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Cook's Assistant Salary Growth & Career Path

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