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Chef Salary in Cleveland, Ohio

The median chef salary in Cleveland, OH is $48,607 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 4.4% below the Ohio state average.

City Median
$48,607
vs State Avg
$-2,261
vs National
$-7,913
Cost of Living
86%

Chef Salary in Cleveland by Experience

In Cleveland, an entry-level chef earns around $30,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $75,680 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$30,100
$-4,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$48,160
$-7,840 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$75,680
$-12,320 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Cleveland, OH

Percentile Cleveland
10th Percentile $28,552
25th Percentile $36,292
Median (50th) $48,607
75th Percentile $64,500
90th Percentile $84,108

Chef Salary in Other Ohio Cities

Columbus, OH
$53,694
Pop. 905,748
Cincinnati, OH
$50,868
Pop. 309,317
Akron, OH
$47,477
Pop. 190,469
Toledo, OH
$46,346
Pop. 270,871

How to Become a Chef in Cleveland

Education

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