Is school cook pay in Richmond upon Thames higher than the UK average?

Yes — school cook pay in Richmond upon Thames runs about 10% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on NJC SCP 4–8 (term-time).

Which nearby cities pay school cooks more than Richmond upon Thames?

Use the "Highest paying cities near Richmond upon Thames" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · Richmond upon Thames

School Cook Salary in Richmond upon Thames

How much does a school cook earn in Richmond upon Thames?

Average base salary in Richmond upon Thames

£24,200 per year

per year in Richmond upon Thames · NJC SCP 4–8 (term-time)

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£22,000 per year£24,200 per year£27,500 per year

Prepares meals in the school kitchen. Term-time only. School Cook pay in Richmond upon Thames is adjusted by 1.10× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for school cooks near Richmond upon Thames

Compare average school cook pay in Richmond upon Thames and neighbouring areas.

City	Average school cook salary	Jobs
Richmond upon Thames This location	£24,200 per year	View jobs
Rhondda	£20,900 per year	View jobs
Rhondda Cynon Taf	£20,900 per year	View jobs
Rhyl	£20,900 per year	View jobs
Rickmansworth	£20,900 per year	View jobs
Ripon	£20,900 per year	View jobs
Rochdale	£20,900 per year	View jobs

How much do similar professions to School Cook get paid in Richmond upon Thames?

Academy Trustee in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£31,350 per year

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Access Arrangements Assessor in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£31,350 per year

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Access Arrangements Coordinator in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£55,000 per year

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Accounts Assistant in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£31,350 per year

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Activities Coordinator in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£55,000 per year

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Admin Assistant in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£30,250 per year

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Frequently asked questions about school cook pay in Richmond upon Thames

How much does a school cook earn in Richmond upon Thames?

The average salary for a school cook in Richmond upon Thames is £24,200 per year, typically ranging from £22,000 per year to £27,500 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Richmond upon Thames a well-paid area for school cooks?

Richmond upon Thames pays school cooks around 10% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on NJC SCP 4–8 (term-time).

Which schools and agencies hire school cooks in Richmond upon Thames?

Live school cook openings in Richmond upon Thames rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a school cook in Richmond upon Thames increase their salary?

School Cooks in Richmond upon Thames typically increase pay by moving up NJC SCP 4–8 (term-time), taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between school cook pay in Richmond upon Thames and nationally?

Nationally the average is £22,000 per year. In Richmond upon Thames it's £24,200 per year — a premium of £2,200 per year versus the UK average.

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