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Chef Salary in Cambridge, Massachusetts

The median chef salary in Cambridge, MA is $90,432 per year, which is 60.0% above the national median and 18.5% above the Massachusetts state average.

City Median
$90,432
vs State Avg
+$14,130
vs National
+$33,912
Cost of Living
160%

Chef Salary in Cambridge by Experience

In Cambridge, an entry-level chef earns around $56,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $140,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 160% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$56,000
+$21,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$89,600
+$33,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$140,800
+$52,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Cambridge, MA

Percentile Cambridge
10th Percentile $53,120
25th Percentile $67,520
Median (50th) $90,432
75th Percentile $120,000
90th Percentile $156,480

Chef Salary in Other Massachusetts Cities

Boston, MA
$85,910
Pop. 675,647
Worcester, MA
$62,172
Pop. 206,518
Lowell, MA
$59,346
Pop. 115,554
Springfield, MA
$55,390
Pop. 155,929

How to Become a Chef in Cambridge

Education

Most chef positions require a high school diploma. Cambridge and the surrounding Massachusetts 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 Cambridge may vary based on local industry and population growth.