What is the average wage for hospital cook?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for hospital cooks was $28,560 in May 2020. This means that half of all hospital cooks earned less than this amount, and half earned more. The lowest 10% of hospital cooks earned less than $21,030, and the highest 10% earned more than $38,120.

The median annual wage for hospital cooks varies depending on the region of the country. In May 2020, the highest median annual wage for hospital cooks was in the West ($33,100), followed by the Northeast ($29,460), the Midwest ($28,210), and the South ($26,540).

Hospital cooks typically work full-time, and some may work weekends and holidays. They may also be required to work overtime, especially during peak meal times.