What are the main factors that influence a Prep Cook's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Prep Cook's salary?

A Prep Cook's salary grows with experience: starting around $33,625 for beginners, reaching about $34,553 at mid-level, and approach $35,786 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Prep Cook?

Prep Cook salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Prep Cook roles are District of Columbia $37,465, California $37,323, Massachusetts $36,826. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Prep Cook roles make?

Salaries for Prep Cook level roles vary by specialization: Cook III: $42,410; Line Cook/Prep: $38,626; Prep Cook II: $38,623; Senior Prep Cook: $38,604; Senior Line Cook/Prep Cook: $37,970.

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Prep Cook Salary in Delaware

How much does a Prep Cook make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Prep Cook in Delaware is $34,346 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, a Prep Cook's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $39,562
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $32,149 to $37,076
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,149

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Prep Cook Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,076	$3,090	$713	$18
Average	$34,346	$2,862	$660	$17
25th Percentile	$32,149	$2,679	$618	$15

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Key Factors That Influence Prep Cook Salaries

A Prep Cook's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Prep Cook Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Prep Cook's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $33,625
Early Career (1-2 years): $33,691
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $34,553
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $35,703
Expert (over 8 years): $35,786

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Prep Cook	$33,625
Intermediate Level Prep Cook	$33,691
Senior Level Prep Cook	$34,553
Specialist Level Prep Cook	$35,703
Expert Level Prep Cook	$35,786

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How Do Prep Cook Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Prep Cooks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $37,465.
California: $37,323.
Massachusetts: $36,826.

District of Columbia $37,465 California $37,323 Massachusetts $36,826 Washington $36,691 New Jersey $36,677 Alaska $36,630 Connecticut $36,163 New York $35,973

Hawaii $35,367 Rhode Island $35,083 Maryland $34,890 Minnesota $34,626 Colorado $34,525 Illinois $34,491 Oregon $34,362 Delaware $34,268

New Hampshire $34,208 Virginia $34,075 Pennsylvania $33,686 Nevada $33,489 North Dakota $33,425 Michigan $33,324 Wisconsin $33,286 Vermont $33,212

Texas $33,006 Maine $32,992 Arizona $32,972 Ohio $32,948 Georgia $32,637 Indiana $32,481 Wyoming $32,451 Utah $32,403

Iowa $32,383 Kansas $32,221 Louisiana $32,173 North Carolina $32,156 Missouri $32,149 Florida $32,018 Montana $31,946 Nebraska $31,879

Kentucky $31,842 South Carolina $31,706 Tennessee $31,622 Idaho $31,588 New Mexico $31,341 Oklahoma $31,287 Alabama $31,087 South Dakota $30,752

Arkansas $30,569 West Virginia $30,471 Mississippi $30,177

Top Paying Cities for Prep Cooks

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $35,466
Little Creek: $35,137
Magnolia: $35,283

Lincoln, DE $35,466 Little Creek, DE $35,137 Magnolia, DE $35,283 Milford, DE $35,466 Marydel, DE $35,005 Millsboro, DE $35,466 Millville, DE $35,702 Milton, DE $35,466

Nassau, DE $35,466 Ocean View, DE $35,702 Rehoboth Beach, DE $35,702 Seaford, DE $35,093 Selbyville, DE $35,702 Smyrna, DE $34,965 Viola, DE $35,283 Woodside, DE $35,181

Bear, DE $34,708 Newark, DE $34,721 Claymont, DE $34,748 Delaware City, DE $34,721 Hockessin, DE $34,748 Kirkwood, DE $34,721 Middletown, DE $34,894 Montchanin, DE $34,748

New Castle, DE $34,748 Odessa, DE $34,941 Port Penn, DE $34,626 Rockland, DE $34,748 Saint Georges, DE $34,721 Townsend, DE $34,890 Winterthur, DE $34,748 Lewes, DE $35,466

Wilmington, DE $34,748 Dover, DE $35,120 Dover Afb, DE $35,202 Bethany Beach, DE $35,702 Bethel, DE $35,093 Bridgeville, DE $35,466 Camden Wyoming, DE $35,158 Cheswold, DE $35,039

Clayton, DE $34,951 Dagsboro, DE $35,702 Delmar, DE $35,093 Ellendale, DE $35,466 Felton, DE $35,466 Fenwick Island, DE $35,702 Frankford, DE $35,702 Frederica, DE $35,466

Georgetown, DE $35,466 Greenwood, DE $35,466 Harbeson, DE $35,466 Harrington, DE $35,466 Hartly, DE $34,934 Houston, DE $35,466 Kenton, DE $34,951 Laurel, DE $35,093

Yorklyn, DE $34,748

Prep Cook Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Prep Cook's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$32,149

Average $34,346/year

$37,076

$2,679

Average $2,862/month

$3,090

$618

Average $660/week

$713

$15

Average $17/hour

$18

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,076	$3,090	$713	$18
Average	$34,346	$2,862	$660	$17
25th Percentile	$32,149	$2,679	$618	$15

Prep Cook Salary Growth & Career Path

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Cook II

Cook - Institution

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Cook III

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Prep Cook, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Prep Cook Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Chef	$59,944	75%
Cook II	$38,229	11%
Cook - Institution	$38,539	12%
Senior Line Cook	$38,539	12%

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