What are the main factors that influence a Pizza Chef's salary?

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

How does experience change A Pizza Chef's salary?

A Pizza Chef's salary grows with experience: a Pizza Chef (0-1 years)earns $33,305, a Housekeeping Supervisor (1-3 years)earns $43,379, a Housekeeping Manager (3-5 years)earns $76,547, a Head of Housekeeping (5+ years)earns $108,810,

What are the highest paying states for a Pizza Chef?

Pizza Chef salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pizza Chef roles are District of Columbia $32,789, California $32,665, Massachusetts $32,230. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pizza Chef roles make?

Salaries for Pizza Chef level roles vary by specialization: Chef: $59,089; Pizza Cook: $37,860; Pizza Manager: $36,368; Pizza Driver: $32,884; Pizza Clerk: $31,396.

Pizza Chef Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Pizza Chef make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pizza Chef in District of Columbia is $32,789 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $37,853
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $30,314 to $35,440
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $28,061

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Pizza Chef Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$35,440	$2,953	$682	$17
Average	$32,789	$2,732	$631	$16
25th Percentile	$30,314	$2,526	$583	$15

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Key Factors That Influence Pizza Chef Salaries

A Pizza Chef'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 Do Pizza Chef 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 Pizza Cheves. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $32,789.
California: $32,665.
Massachusetts: $32,230.

District of Columbia $32,789 California $32,665 Massachusetts $32,230 Washington $32,111 New Jersey $32,099 Alaska $32,058 Connecticut $31,649 New York $31,483

Hawaii $30,953 Rhode Island $30,705 Maryland $30,536 Minnesota $30,305 Colorado $30,216 Illinois $30,186 Oregon $30,074 Delaware $29,991

New Hampshire $29,939 Virginia $29,822 Pennsylvania $29,481 Nevada $29,310 North Dakota $29,253 Michigan $29,165 Wisconsin $29,132 Vermont $29,067

Texas $28,886 Maine $28,874 Arizona $28,857 Ohio $28,836 Georgia $28,563 Indiana $28,427 Wyoming $28,400 Utah $28,359

Iowa $28,341 Kansas $28,199 Louisiana $28,158 North Carolina $28,143 Missouri $28,137 Florida $28,021 Montana $27,959 Nebraska $27,900

Kentucky $27,867 South Carolina $27,749 Tennessee $27,675 Idaho $27,645 New Mexico $27,429 Oklahoma $27,382 Alabama $27,207 South Dakota $26,914

Arkansas $26,754 West Virginia $26,668 Mississippi $26,410

Top Paying Cities for Pizza Cheves

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:

Parcel Return Service: $32,611
Washington: $32,612
Naval Anacost Annex: $32,610

Parcel Return Service, DC $32,611 Washington, DC $32,612 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $32,610 Washington Navy Yard, DC $32,611

Pizza Chef Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pizza Chef'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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$30,314

Average $32,789/year

$35,440

$2,526

Average $2,732/month

$2,953

$583

Average $631/week

$682

$15

Average $16/hour

$17

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$35,440	$2,953	$682	$17
Average	$32,789	$2,732	$631	$16
25th Percentile	$30,314	$2,526	$583	$15

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