What are the main factors that influence a Restaurant Chef's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Restaurant Chef's salary?

A Restaurant Chef's salary grows with experience: a Cook I (0-1 years)earns $33,982, a Restaurant Chef (1-3 years)earns $37,838, a Cook III (3-5 years)earns $42,618, a Sous Chef (5+ years)earns $55,972,

What are the highest paying cities for a Restaurant Chef?

Restaurant Chef salary varies significantly by city. The top 3 highest paying cities in Arizona for Restaurant Chef roles are San Jose $48,550, San Francisco $48,019, Oakland $47,007.

How much do different types of Restaurant Chef roles make?

Salaries for Restaurant Chef level roles vary by specialization: Restaurant Director: $120,005; Development Chef: $92,100; Fine Dining Restaurant Chef - Casino: $88,922; Executive Chef: $87,201; Pastry Chef: $69,575.

Restaurant Chef Salary in Mesa, AZ (May 01, 2026)

Restaurant Chef Salary in Mesa, AZ

How much does a Restaurant Chef make in Mesa, AZ?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Restaurant Chef in Mesa, AZ is $38,030 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, a Restaurant Chef's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $43,025
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,450 to $40,645
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,191

Restaurant Chef Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Restaurant Chef's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$34,450

Average $38,030/year

$40,645

$2,871

Average $3,169/month

$3,387

$663

Average $731/week

$782

$17

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,645	$3,387	$782	$20
Average	$38,030	$3,169	$731	$18
25th Percentile	$34,450	$2,871	$663	$17

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