Creative & Education Waldorf, MD Pop. 77,000

Chef Salary in Waldorf, Maryland

The median chef salary in Waldorf, MD is $59,346 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.5% below the Maryland state average.

City Median
$59,346
vs State Avg
$-2,826
vs National
+$2,826
Cost of Living
105%

Chef Salary in Waldorf by Experience

In Waldorf, an entry-level chef earns around $36,750, while experienced professionals earn up to $92,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,750
+$1,750 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$58,800
+$2,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$92,400
+$4,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Waldorf, MD

Percentile Waldorf
10th Percentile $34,860
25th Percentile $44,310
Median (50th) $59,346
75th Percentile $78,750
90th Percentile $102,690

Chef Salary in Other Maryland Cities

Silver Spring, MD
$68,954
Pop. 81,015
Columbia, MD
$66,694
Pop. 104,681
Germantown, MD
$64,998
Pop. 90,676
Baltimore, MD
$61,042
Pop. 585,708

How to Become a Chef in Waldorf

Education

Most chef positions require a high school diploma. Waldorf and the surrounding Maryland area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Culinary ArtsMenu PlanningFood SafetyKitchen ManagementCost ControlCreativity

Job Outlook

Nationally, chef employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Waldorf may vary based on local industry and population growth.