What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Culinary Services Director's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Culinary Services Director?

The Hospitality & Leisure industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Culinary Services Director roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Assistant Culinary Services Director's salary?

An Assistant Culinary Services Director's salary grows with experience: a Food & Beverage Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $40,913, a Food & Beverage Manager (3-5 years)earns $91,725, a Assistant Culinary Services Director (5+ years)earns $114,562,

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Culinary Services Director?

Assistant Culinary Services Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Culinary Services Director roles are District of Columbia $129,556, California $129,064, Massachusetts $127,344. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Culinary Services Director roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Culinary Services Director level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Culinary: $122,063; Culinary Director: $117,464; Director Of Culinary Operations: $114,799; Culinary Services Director: $113,200; Culinary Services Manager: $90,600.

Assistant Culinary Services Director Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assistant Culinary Services Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Culinary Services Director in Delaware is $118,498 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

However, an Assistant Culinary Services Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $154,598
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $108,293 to $137,394
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,002

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Assistant Culinary Services Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$137,394	$11,450	$2,642	$66
Average	$118,498	$9,875	$2,279	$57
25th Percentile	$108,293	$9,024	$2,083	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Culinary Services Director Salaries

An Assistant Culinary Services Director'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 Assistant Culinary Services Director 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 Assistant Culinary Services Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $129,556.
California: $129,064.
Massachusetts: $127,344.

District of Columbia $129,556 California $129,064 Massachusetts $127,344 Washington $126,876 New Jersey $126,829 Alaska $126,665 Connecticut $125,051 New York $124,395

Hawaii $122,301 Rhode Island $121,318 Maryland $120,651 Minnesota $119,738 Colorado $119,387 Illinois $119,270 Oregon $118,826 Delaware $118,498

New Hampshire $118,292 Virginia $117,831 Pennsylvania $116,485 Nevada $115,807 North Dakota $115,584 Michigan $115,233 Wisconsin $115,105 Vermont $114,847

Texas $114,134 Maine $114,087 Arizona $114,016 Ohio $113,935 Georgia $112,858 Indiana $112,320 Wyoming $112,215 Utah $112,051

Iowa $111,980 Kansas $111,419 Louisiana $111,255 North Carolina $111,197 Missouri $111,173 Florida $110,717 Montana $110,471 Nebraska $110,237

Kentucky $110,108 South Carolina $109,640 Tennessee $109,348 Idaho $109,231 New Mexico $108,377 Oklahoma $108,189 Alabama $107,499 South Dakota $106,341

Arkansas $105,709 West Virginia $105,369 Mississippi $104,351

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Culinary Services Directors

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:

Lincoln: $117,964
Little Creek: $118,828
Magnolia: $118,657

Lincoln, DE $117,964 Little Creek, DE $118,828 Magnolia, DE $118,657 Milford, DE $118,264 Marydel, DE $118,458 Millsboro, DE $117,470 Millville, DE $117,651 Milton, DE $117,854

Nassau, DE $117,940 Ocean View, DE $117,631 Rehoboth Beach, DE $117,857 Seaford, DE $117,924 Selbyville, DE $117,436 Smyrna, DE $118,910 Viola, DE $118,362 Woodside, DE $118,681

Bear, DE $118,407 Newark, DE $118,362 Claymont, DE $118,605 Delaware City, DE $118,481 Hockessin, DE $118,352 Kirkwood, DE $118,458 Middletown, DE $118,504 Montchanin, DE $118,379

New Castle, DE $118,396 Odessa, DE $118,562 Port Penn, DE $118,642 Rockland, DE $118,390 Saint Georges, DE $118,466 Townsend, DE $118,649 Winterthur, DE $118,404 Lewes, DE $117,900

Wilmington, DE $118,358 Dover, DE $118,828 Dover Afb, DE $118,202 Bethany Beach, DE $117,507 Bethel, DE $117,629 Bridgeville, DE $117,906 Camden Wyoming, DE $118,493 Cheswold, DE $118,789

Clayton, DE $118,793 Dagsboro, DE $117,425 Delmar, DE $117,237 Ellendale, DE $117,592 Felton, DE $118,255 Fenwick Island, DE $117,451 Frankford, DE $117,246 Frederica, DE $118,372

Georgetown, DE $117,381 Greenwood, DE $117,925 Harbeson, DE $117,506 Harrington, DE $118,105 Hartly, DE $118,472 Houston, DE $117,936 Kenton, DE $118,799 Laurel, DE $117,310

Yorklyn, DE $118,387

Assistant Culinary Services Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Culinary Services Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Hospitality & Leisure and Retail & Wholesale sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Culinary Services Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Culinary Services Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Culinary Services Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Hospitality & Leisure	$154,047	$74.0	30%
Retail & Wholesale	$130,348	$63.0	10%

Assistant Culinary Services Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Culinary Services Director'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 July 01, 2026

$108,293

Average $118,498/year

$137,394

$9,024

Average $9,875/month

$11,450

$2,083

Average $2,279/week

$2,642

$52

Average $57/hour

$66

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$137,394	$11,450	$2,642	$66
Average	$118,498	$9,875	$2,279	$57
25th Percentile	$108,293	$9,024	$2,083	$52

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