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Assistant Cook Salary in Bedfordshire

How much does an assistant cook earn in Bedfordshire?

Average base salary in Bedfordshire

£26,125 per year

per year in Bedfordshire · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,900 per year£26,125 per year£33,250 per year

Assistant Cook pay is typically set on school support-staff scales and varies by responsibility, contract type and location. Assistant Cook pay in Bedfordshire is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant cooks near Bedfordshire

Compare average assistant cook pay in Bedfordshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant cook salaryJobs
Berkshire£28,600 per yearView jobs
Bedfordshire This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
Bearsden£26,125 per yearView jobs
Beaumaris£26,125 per yearView jobs
Bedford£26,125 per yearView jobs
Bellshill£26,125 per yearView jobs
Belfast£25,850 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Assistant Cook get paid in Bedfordshire?

Frequently asked questions about assistant cook pay in Bedfordshire

How much does an assistant cook earn in Bedfordshire?

The average salary for an assistant cook in Bedfordshire is £26,125 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £33,250 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Bedfordshire a well-paid area for assistant cooks?

Bedfordshire tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for assistant cooks. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire assistant cooks in Bedfordshire?

Live assistant cook openings in Bedfordshire rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can an assistant cook in Bedfordshire increase their salary?

Assistant Cooks in Bedfordshire typically increase pay by moving up NJC support staff scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between assistant cook pay in Bedfordshire and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In Bedfordshire it's £26,125 per year — a discount of £1,375 per year versus the UK average.

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