Chefs and Head Cooks Salary in New Jersey
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New Jersey
Chefs and Head Cooks in New Jersey earn a median salary of $71,387 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +17% vs the national median of $60,990. An estimated 900 chefs and head cooks are employed across New Jersey, with salaries ranging from $69,630 to $72,740 depending on location.
$71,387
Avg median salary in New Jersey
$72,740
Highest paying metro
$69,630
Lowest paying metro
900
Employed in New Jersey
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Chefs and Head Cooks salaries by city in New Jersey
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vineland, NJ | $72,740 | $59,800 | $89,150 | 60 |
| Trenton, NJ | $71,790 | $59,990 | $82,480 | 300 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $69,630 | $61,210 | $89,570 | 540 |