Chef Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

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How much does a Chef make in Wilmington, DE? The average Chef salary in Wilmington, DE is $55,945 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $48,627 and $65,233. 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	$41,966	Wilmington,DE	March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Chef Salary	$48,627	Wilmington,DE	March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Chef Salary	$55,945	Wilmington,DE	March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Chef Salary	$65,233	Wilmington,DE	March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Chef Salary	$73,690	Wilmington,DE	March 01, 2025

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Executive Chef

Marriott Hotels - Charleston , SC

The Executive Chef will oversee all culinary operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and staff management. Responsibilities include maintaining food quality and presentation, ensuring ...

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Head Chef

The Chef Agency - Boston , MA

H/D/V PTO Looking for a local creative chef for new speakeasy concept in Boston! Great opportunity for an eager hands on Head Chef! Responsibilities: * Menu Development - Kitchen Cleanliness - making ...

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Head Chef

Duvall Catering & Events - Charleston , SC

Chef de Cuisine / Head Chef Location: Charleston, SC Company: Duvall Catering & Events Relocation Assistance: Available About Us: Duvall Catering & Events is a premier catering company in Charleston ...

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Executive Chef

VensureHR - Houston , TX

We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Executive Chef to lead the culinary direction of our multi-unit Mexican restaurant group, headquartered in Houston, Texas. The ideal candidate will ...

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Executive Chef

Tier4 Group - Meridian , MS

Executive Chef Location: Starkville Mississippi Reports To: [Restaurant Manager/Owner] Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Executive Chef to join our culinary team and help ...

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Heisler's Market - Canonsburg , PA

As the Head Chef, you will have the opportunity to shape our menu, inspire creativity, and ensure that our kitchen operates at the highest level of efficiency and consistency. Key Responsibilities

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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 Wilmington, Delaware

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.0 square miles (44 km2). Of that, 10.9 square miles (28 km2) is land and 6.2 square miles (16 km2) is water. The total area is 36.25% water. The city sits at the confluence of the Christina River and the Delaware River, about 33 miles (53 km) southwest of Philadelphia. Wilmington Train Station, one of the southernmost stops on Philadelphia's SEPTA rail transportation system, is also served by Northeast Corridor Amtrak passenger trains. Wilmington is served by I-95 and I-495 within city limits. In addition, the twin-s...

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66090

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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 Wilmington, DE. The base salary for Chef ranges from $48,627 to $65,233 with the average base salary of $55,945. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $49,041 to $66,090 with the average total cash compensation of $56,492.

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About Wilmington, Delaware According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.0 square miles (44 km2). Of that, 10.9 square miles (28 km2) is land and....More

Wilmington, Delaware area prices were up 1.0% from a year ago

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