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Assistant Cook Salary in Southampton

How much does an assistant cook earn in Southampton?

Average base salary in Southampton

£26,400 per year

per year in Southampton · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£21,120 per year£26,400 per year£33,600 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 Southampton is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant cooks near Southampton

Compare average assistant cook pay in Southampton and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant cook salaryJobs
Southwark£32,450 per yearView jobs
Southampton This location£26,400 per yearView jobs
South West England£26,400 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£26,400 per yearView jobs
South Shields£26,125 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£26,125 per yearView jobs
Southport£26,125 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about assistant cook pay in Southampton

How much does an assistant cook earn in Southampton?

The average salary for an assistant cook in Southampton is £26,400 per year, typically ranging from £21,120 per year to £33,600 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Southampton a well-paid area for assistant cooks?

Southampton tends to sit around 4% 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 Southampton?

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

How can an assistant cook in Southampton increase their salary?

Assistant Cooks in Southampton 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 Southampton and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In Southampton it's £26,400 per year — a discount of £1,100 per year versus the UK average.

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