Chief Cook Salary in Fort Wayne, IN

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How much does a Chief Cook make in Fort Wayne, IN?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Chief Cook in Fort Wayne, IN is $65,027. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $56,254 to $74,107, with most professionals earning between $48,267 and $82,373.

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What is a Chief Cook?

A Chief Cook (often shortened to cook) is a seniormost unlicensed crewmember working in the steward's department of a merchant ship. The Chief Cook directs and participates in the preparation and serving of meals; determines timing and sequence of operations required to meet serving times; inspects galley and equipment for cleanliness; and oversees proper storage and preparation of food. The cook may plan or assist in planning meals and taking inventory of stores and equipment. A Chief Cook's duties may overlap with those of the steward's assistant, the chief steward, and other steward's de...

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Average Salary Range for Chief Cook in Fort Wayne, IN

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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74107
65027

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
58197
75189
66529
What is the average salary for Chief Cook in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chief Cook in Fort Wayne, IN. The base salary for Chief Cook ranges from $56,254 to $74,107 with the average base salary of $65,027. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $58,197 to $75,189 with the average total cash compensation of $66,529.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $65,027 $56,254 - $74,107
Bonus $1,502 $1,943 - $1,082
Total Pay $66,529 $58,197 - $75,189
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Chief Cook Salary Near Fort Wayne, IN

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Fort Wayne, IN
CITY, STATE Lima, OH AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,917 - $74,981 COMPARE TO Fort Wayne, IN
CITY, STATE Elkhart, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,484 - $75,727 COMPARE TO Fort Wayne, IN
CITY, STATE Muncie, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,615 - $73,265 COMPARE TO Fort Wayne, IN
CITY, STATE Mishawaka, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,851 - $74,893 COMPARE TO Fort Wayne, IN
CITY, STATE South Bend, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,851 - $74,893 COMPARE TO Fort Wayne, IN
CITY, STATE Anderson, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,832 - $73,551 COMPARE TO Fort Wayne, IN
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About Fort Wayne, Indiana    Fort Wayne is a city in the U.S. state of Indiana and the seat of Allen County, United States. Located in northeastern Indiana, the city is 18 miles (....More

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