How much does an Head Chef make in West Springfield, MA? The average Head Chef salary in West Springfield, MA is $99,500 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $85,600 and $114,800. 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 $72,945 West Springfield,MA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Head Chef Salary $85,600 West Springfield,MA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Head Chef Salary $99,500 West Springfield,MA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Head Chef Salary $114,800 West Springfield,MA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Head Chef Salary $128,730 West Springfield,MA April 24, 2024
25% $85,600 10% $72,945 90% $128,730 75% $114,800 $99,500 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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Job Openings for Head Chef in West Springfield, MA
  • At Gather & Gather, we are known as one of the UK & Irelands most distinctive workplace catering experts, we are passionate about great food and great coff...
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  • Description. The Rail Trail Flatbread Co. one of metrowests Leading Restaurant Companies is looking for a HEAD CHEF to lead our culinary team. What makes. ...
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  • Description. The Rail Trail Flatbread Co. one of metrowests Leading Restaurant Companies is looking for a HEAD CHEF to lead our culinary team. What makes. ...
    - 5 Days Ago
  • Head Chef. Location: Brookline, MA. Salary: $75,000 - $85,000. I am working with an innovative eatery offering a fusion of mechanical marvels and delectabl...
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  • About the company. Daish's Holidays is a family run hotel and holiday operator predominantly catering to the retired market. The company has grown substant...
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About West Springfield, Massachusetts    West Springfield is a city in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States. It is part of the Springfield, Massachusetts Metropolitan Statistical Area....More

West Springfield, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in West Springfield, Massachusetts

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