How much does an Head Chef make in Oak Lawn, IL? The average Head Chef salary in Oak Lawn, IL is $99,900 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $86,000 and $115,400. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Head Chef Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Head Chef Salary $73,345 Oak Lawn,IL April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Head Chef Salary $86,000 Oak Lawn,IL April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Head Chef Salary $99,900 Oak Lawn,IL April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Head Chef Salary $115,400 Oak Lawn,IL April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Head Chef Salary $129,512 Oak Lawn,IL April 24, 2024
25% $86,000 10% $73,345 90% $129,512 75% $115,400 $99,900 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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About Oak Lawn, Illinois    Oak Lawn is a village in Cook County, Illinois, United States. The population was 56,690 at the 2010 census. Oak Lawn is a suburb of Chicago, located....More

Oak Lawn, Illinois  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Oak Lawn, Illinois

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