How much does a Chef Cook make in Gary, IN? The average Chef Cook salary in Gary, IN is $42,626 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $39,131 and $47,635. 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. 

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Chef Cook

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Job Openings for Chef Cook in Gary, IN
Summary The Executive Sous Chef position is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef to ensure ... as line cook in fast paced high volume environment or promotion from prep cook Physical ...
LinkedIn - 11 days ago
The Mediterranean Event Center - Bedford , OH
Job Overview Position: Entry-Level Chef We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated ... about cooking, works well with others, and is adaptable to the demands of the kitchen. A ...
Recruitology - 11 days ago
Guckenheimer - Chattanooga , TN
The Executive Chef will ensure ISS Guckenheimer best practices are being followed in order to ... Accurately prepare recipes using cooking techniques as outlined by ISS Guckenheimer * Ensure the ...
LinkedIn - 22 days ago
Nikanos, Inc. - Ogunquit , ME
Join our team at Nikanos, Inc. as an Assistant Chef and be a part of our family-owned restaurant ... Demonstrate exceptional knife skills and proficiency in various cooking techniques * Prepare ...
iHire - 6 days ago
Schnucks restaurants - Saint Louis , MO
As a cook, you'll set up your station and participate in prep. You should be passionate about ... You should be able to follow recipes and take direction from the Chef or Sous Chef and also explore ...
Seasoned - 8 days ago
Wesley Enhanced Living - Delaware County , PA
In the absence of the Chef Manager the Lead Cook is responsible for additional department operations. Essential Responsibilities: * Attends training programs as directed by manager * Trains and ...
LinkedIn - 13 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chef Cook in Gary, IN. The base salary for Chef Cook ranges from $39,131 to $47,635 with the average base salary of $42,626. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $39,320 to $48,039 with the average total cash compensation of $42,831.

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About Gary, Indiana    Gary is a city in Lake County, Indiana, United States, 25 miles (40 km) from downtown Chicago, Illinois. Gary is adjacent to the Indiana Dunes Nationa....More

Gary, Indiana  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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