Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Cooks, Restaurant
SOC 35-2014
National Median Salary
$36,830
/year
Range: $28,010 \u2013 $47,340
↑ +15%
Growth 2023-2033
251
Annual Openings
B
Safety Grade
1,452,130
Total Employed
Requirements
Education No formal educational credential
Experience Less than 5 years
Top Paying States
1. Massachusetts $46,280
2. District of Columbia $45,230
3. Washington $44,980
4. Maine $44,870
5. Hawaii $44,710
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Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024.