How much does a Head Pastry Chef make in Maine? The average Head Pastry Chef salary in Maine is $65,330 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $56,290 and $74,410. 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 Pastry Chef Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Head Pastry Chef Salary $48,060 ME March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Head Pastry Chef Salary $56,290 ME March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Head Pastry Chef Salary $65,330 ME March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Head Pastry Chef Salary $74,410 ME March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Head Pastry Chef Salary $82,677 ME March 26, 2024
25% $56,290 10% $48,060 90% $82,677 75% $74,410 $65,330 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Head Pastry Chef tests and develops recipes. Directs and oversees the pastry and baking functions of the kitchen(s), including menu development, inventory and purchasing of supplies, and cost control. Being a Head Pastry Chef may be responsible for the creation of dessert menus to maximize profits and minimize loss. Monitors customer satisfaction. In addition, Head Pastry Chef requires an understanding of federal, state, and local food sanitation regulations. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to an Executive Chef. The Head Pastry Chef manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Working as a Head Pastry Chef typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Saco, ME Avg. Salary $66,269 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Windham, ME Avg. Salary $66,336 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abbot, ME Avg. Salary $63,650 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, ME Avg. Salary $67,947 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addison, ME Avg. Salary $63,650 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, ME Avg. Salary $63,650 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alfred, ME Avg. Salary $67,611 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alna, ME Avg. Salary $65,731 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Andover, ME Avg. Salary $65,731 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Anson, ME Avg. Salary $63,650 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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