Chief Cook Salary in Indianapolis, IN

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How much does a Chief Cook make in Indianapolis, IN?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Chief Cook in Indianapolis, IN is $67,815. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $58,666 to $77,284, with most professionals earning between $50,336 and $85,905.

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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 Indianapolis, IN

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
58666
77284
67815

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
60692
78412
69381
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 Indianapolis, IN. The base salary for Chief Cook ranges from $58,666 to $77,284 with the average base salary of $67,815. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $60,692 to $78,412 with the average total cash compensation of $69,381.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $67,815 $58,666 - $77,284
Bonus $1,566 $2,026 - $1,129
Total Pay $69,381 $60,692 - $78,412
* 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 Indianapolis, IN

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Fishers, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,609 - $75,892 COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Greenwood, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,642 - $77,252 COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Carmel, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,593 - $77,189 COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Anderson, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,832 - $73,551 COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Bloomington, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,539 - $73,165 COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Muncie, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,615 - $73,265 COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
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About Indianapolis, Indiana    Indianapolis is in the East North Central region of the Midwestern United States, in central Indiana. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Indiana....More

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