As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Fry Cook in Reno, NV is $36,869, equivalent to $18 per hour, $709 weekly, or $3,072 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Fry Cook in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Fry Cook in Reno, NV vary widely, spanning from $29,698 to $44,951. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,116) and 75th percentile ($41,100), while top earners (90th percentile) make $44,951 per year. This $7,984 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Food Service, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Reno Fry Cook often earn 1.2% higher than national averages. However, Reno currently ranks 337 statewide for Fry Cook job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Fry Cook Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Fry Cook Salary $29,698 Reno, NV June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Fry Cook Salary $33,116 Reno, NV June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Fry Cook Salary $36,869 Reno, NV June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Fry Cook Salary $41,100 Reno, NV June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Fry Cook Salary $44,951 Reno, NV June 01, 2026
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A chef is a trained professional cook who is proficient in all aspects of food preparation, often focusing on a particular cuisine. The word "chef" is derived from the term chef de cuisine (French pronunciation: ​[ʃɛf.də.kɥi.zin]), the director or head of a kitchen. Chefs can receive formal training from an institution, as well as by apprenticing with an experienced chef. There are different terms that use the word chef in their titles, and deal with specific areas of food preparation, such as the sous-chef, who acts as the second-in-command in a kitchen, or the chef de partie, who handles a ...

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    Line Cook

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Fry Cook

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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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 Fry Cook in Reno, NV. The base salary for Fry Cook ranges from $33,116 to $41,100 with the average base salary of $36,869. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $40,367 to $50,715 with the average total cash compensation of $44,706.
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