Chef Salary in Rochester, New York

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How much does a Chef make in Rochester, NY? The average Chef salary in Rochester, NY is $52,780 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $45,877 and $61,543. 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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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Chef Salary	$39,592	Rochester,NY	March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Chef Salary	$45,877	Rochester,NY	March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Chef Salary	$52,780	Rochester,NY	March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Chef Salary	$61,543	Rochester,NY	March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Chef Salary	$69,522	Rochester,NY	March 01, 2025

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Sous Chef - Fine Dining Restaurant

Willow Tree Recruiting - San Francisco , CA

Sous Chef - Fine Dining Restaurant $75,000 - $80,000 + Bonus This well-known and highly regarded fine dining restaurant in San Francisco is looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join ...

LinkedIn - 9 days ago

Entry Level Chef

The Mediterranean Event Center - Bedford , OH

Job Overview Position: Entry-Level Chef We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual for an Entry-Level Chef position. The ideal candidate should have some experience in a ...

Recruitology - 10 days ago

House Chef

Riverbend Retreat- Fla. - Riverview , FL

Chef - Riverbend Retreat-Fla. | Riverview, FL Riverbend Retreat-Fla., a peaceful getaway nestled along the Alafia River in Riverview, is seeking a passionate and experienced Chef to join our team. As ...

iHire - 11 days ago

Chef

Harrah's Philadelphia - Chester , PA

Works in the capacity of fill in Chef in all areas including Culinary Manager on their days off. Serves as Assistant to the Culinary, and assumes full responsibility in his/her absence. May be ...

iHire - 4 days ago

Executive Chef

Hutchinson Consulting - Northeast Harbor , ME

Executive Chef - Northeast Harbor, Maine Exciting opportunity for a talented and creative Executive Chef to lead the culinary team at a stunning new luxury resort set to open soon! We're looking for ...

LinkedIn - 15 days ago

Chef de Cuisine

August Point Advisors - Charlotte , VT

: Chef de Cuisine About Philo Ridge Farm Philo Ridge Farm is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) working demonstration farm located in Vermont's Champlain Valley. Using innovative and ecologically sustainable ...

LinkedIn - 16 days ago

What does a Chef do?

Chef

Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate.

October 31, 2022

Provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques.

February 28, 2023

Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.

March 12, 2023

Follows and complies, or ensures compliance, with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices.

March 12, 2023

Documents waste and spoilage using appropriate forms.

April 22, 2023

Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products.

April 27, 2023

Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed.

May 01, 2023

Performs other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership.

May 02, 2023

Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets.

May 04, 2023

Assists with food cost control, menu planning, purchasing, and ensures food quality guidelines are followed.

May 21, 2023

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About Rochester, New York

Rochester is at 43°9′56″N 77°36′41″W / 43.16556°N 77.61139°W / 43.16556; -77.61139 (43.165496, −77.611504). The city is about 73 miles (120 km) east-northeast of Buffalo and about 87 miles (140 km) west of Syracuse and Albany, the state capital is 226 miles (360 km) to the east ; it sits on Lake Ontario's southern shore. The Genesee River bisects the city. Toronto, Canada is northwest 168 miles (270 km) and New York City is about 350 miles (560 km) to the southeast. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 37.1 square miles (96 km2), of which 35.8 square m...

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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 in Rochester, NY. The base salary for Chef ranges from $45,877 to $61,543 with the average base salary of $52,780. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $46,266 to $62,352 with the average total cash compensation of $53,296.

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About Rochester, New York Rochester is at 43°9′56″N 77°36′41″W / 43.16556°N 77.61139°W / 43.16556; -77.61139 (43.165496, −77.611504). The city is about 73 miles (120 km) eas....More

Rochester, New York area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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