How much does a Restaurant Chef make in Lincoln, NE? The average Restaurant Chef salary in Lincoln, NE is $38,090 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $34,951 and $42,667. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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The Westerner - West Valley City , UT
We pay our Restaurant Chefs a competitive salary of $20/hr . If we have your attention about this part-time cooking position, please continue reading! ABOUT THE WESTERNER We first opened our doors in ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 1 day ago
Harper Associates - Detroit , MI
Restaurant Steak House Chef - within Entertainment Venue Join a recently opened, successful, full service Steakhouse restaurant ( downtown) with a fine dining , creative menu. Will oversee and mentor ...
ZipRecruiter - 6 days ago
Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort - Phoenix , AZ
: Restaurant Chef is responsible for supervising and assisting in the preparation of all food items based on standardized recipes for the Restaurant, Room Service, Poolside restaurant, and the Employee ...
ZipRecruiter - 44 days ago
Sundance Mountain Resort - Provo , UT
Restaurant Chef Rate of Pay: $14.25-$17.50/Hour DOE Shift: Open Availability Must be available to work weekends and holidays Full-time, Year Round Position SUMMARY Responsible for properly cooking ...
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Hilton Sandestin Beach - Miramar Beach , FL
Minimum of two years' experience as a Restaurant Chef in a similar size operation. Essential Functions: * Hire, train, and supervise the line cooks involved in preparing, cooking, and presenting food
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Aspen Skiing Company - Aspen , CO
Job Description Summary The Sous Chef's (Overtime Eligible Manager) responsibility is to assist the Chef with daily restaurant operations. This position will require full coverage of the Chef ...
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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Restaurant Chef in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Restaurant Chef in Lincoln, NE. The base salary for Restaurant Chef ranges from $34,951 to $42,667 with the average base salary of $38,090. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $35,196 to $43,124 with the average total cash compensation of $38,359.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $38,090 $34,951 - $42,667
Bonus $268 $246 - $457
Total Pay $38,359 $35,196 - $43,124
* 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.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Lincoln, NE
CITY, STATE Omaha, NE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,417 - $43,236 COMPARE TO Lincoln, NE
CITY, STATE Bellevue, NE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,417 - $43,236 COMPARE TO Lincoln, NE
CITY, STATE Fremont, NE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $34,855 - $42,550 COMPARE TO Lincoln, NE
CITY, STATE Council Bluffs, IA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,417 - $43,236 COMPARE TO Lincoln, NE
CITY, STATE Grand Island, NE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $34,617 - $42,260 COMPARE TO Lincoln, NE
CITY, STATE Hastings, NE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $34,617 - $42,260 COMPARE TO Lincoln, NE
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Fine Dining Restaurant Chef - Casino LOCATION Lincoln, NE MINIMUM SALARY $82,257 MAXIMUM SALARY $110,347
JOB TITLE Chef LOCATION Lincoln, NE MINIMUM SALARY $41,990 MAXIMUM SALARY $57,251
JOB TITLE Sous Chef LOCATION Lincoln, NE MINIMUM SALARY $41,399 MAXIMUM SALARY $56,491
JOB TITLE Executive Chef LOCATION Lincoln, NE MINIMUM SALARY $76,746 MAXIMUM SALARY $102,954
JOB TITLE Restaurant Manager LOCATION Lincoln, NE MINIMUM SALARY $49,319 MAXIMUM SALARY $61,071
JOB TITLE Restaurant Greeter LOCATION Lincoln, NE MINIMUM SALARY $20,935 MAXIMUM SALARY $26,370
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About Lincoln, Nebraska    Lincoln is the capital of the U.S. state of Nebraska and the county seat of Lancaster County. The city covers 94.267 square miles (244.150 km2) with a....More

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