Chefs and Head Cooks Salary in Phoenix, AZ
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
Median annual salary
$64,920
+6.4% vs national
Median hourly
$31.21
10th percentile
$42,540
90th percentile
$101,500
Employed locally
2,230
National median
$60,990
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Phoenix economic context
Unemployment rate
3.20%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$84,703
2023 • Census ACS
Chefs and Head Cooks salary vs area income
77%
Median Chefs and Head Cooks salary is 23% below the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Chefs and Head Cooks make per hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly wage for Chefs and Head Cooks in Phoenix, AZ is $31.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.99 or more per hour.
Is Phoenix above or below average for Chefs and Head Cooks salaries?
The median Chefs and Head Cooks salary in Phoenix, AZ is 6.4% above the national median of $60,990. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.
What is the entry-level salary for Chefs and Head Cooks in Phoenix?
Entry-level Chefs and Head Cooks (10th percentile) earn around $42,540 per year in Phoenix, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,100.