35-2012
Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria
Role Overview
Prepare and cook large quantities of food for institutions, such as schools, hospitals, or cafeterias.
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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Washington | $48,260 |
| Hawaii | $47,250 |
| Alaska | $46,900 |
| Massachusetts | $46,280 |
| Connecticut | $45,870 |
| California | $45,680 |
| District of Columbia | $45,600 |
| Rhode Island | $45,450 |
| New Hampshire | $45,280 |
| New York | $45,160 |
| New Jersey | $44,050 |
| Delaware | $43,490 |
| Minnesota | $42,180 |
| Oregon | $41,870 |
| Vermont | $41,020 |
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What is the job outlook for this career?
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BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), BLS Employment Projections.
Median Annual Salary
$36,450
Projected Growth (10yr)
+2.0%
Avg. annual openings
69.7k
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