How much does a Restaurant Chef make in CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Restaurant Chef in California is $47,370. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $39,957 to a high of $58,004, with most professionals earning between $43,490 and $52,936.

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$43,490 to $52,936
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Restaurant Chef

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $44,995 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $45,923 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $47,267 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $44,961 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $43,917 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $46,649 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $45,056 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $42,775 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $52,447 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $52,326 Date Updated April 01, 2025
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