How much does a Head Chef make in Virginia? The average Head Chef salary in Virginia is $95,400 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $82,100 and $110,200. 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 $69,991 VA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Head Chef Salary $82,100 VA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Head Chef Salary $95,400 VA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Head Chef Salary $110,200 VA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Head Chef Salary $123,675 VA March 26, 2024
25% $82,100 10% $69,991 90% $123,675 75% $110,200 $95,400 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description

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 Annandale, VA Avg. Salary $105,796 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Virginia State University, VA Avg. Salary $92,203 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, VA Avg. Salary $82,983 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Accomac, VA Avg. Salary $89,826 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Achilles, VA Avg. Salary $89,826 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Afton, VA Avg. Salary $86,595 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alberta, VA Avg. Salary $91,633 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aldie, VA Avg. Salary $105,320 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexandria, VA Avg. Salary $105,796 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Altavista, VA Avg. Salary $86,880 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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