92G Culinary Specialist — Civilian Jobs in California
Career paths, salary data, and transition resources for Culinary Specialist veterans looking for civilian jobs in California.
CAREER PATHS
4
TOP SALARY
$63,060.00
VET POPULATION
1600K
MILITARY BASES
7
Culinary Specialist civilian salaries in California
Real California pay for the civilian careers this MOS feeds — median and the typical range (10th–90th percentile), from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
| Career | Low (10th) | Median | High (90th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chef/Head Cook | $37,380.00 | $64,500.00 | $101,870.00 |
| Food Service Manager | $47,690.00 | $78,260.00 | $127,340.00 |
| Restaurant Manager | $47,690.00 | $78,260.00 | $127,340.00 |
| Institutional Cook | $37,100.00 | $44,880.00 | $55,580.00 |
Source: BLS OEWS state wage data (May 2025 (BLS OEWS)). Annual figures; actual pay varies by employer and experience.
92G Career Matches in California
Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. National median salaries shown — California salaries may vary by metro area.
Chef/Head Cook
SOC 35-1011
$56,520.00
median/yr
Food Service Manager
SOC 11-9051
$63,060.00
median/yr
Restaurant Manager
SOC 11-9051
$63,060.00
median/yr
Institutional Cook
SOC 35-2014
$35,490.00
median/yr
Military Installations in California
California has 7 major military installations. Veterans transitioning from nearby bases often settle locally.
Skills That Transfer
Key Culinary Specialist skills that California employers value.
Certifications for California
These certifications help Culinary Specialist veterans stand out to California employers. Some states offer fee waivers for veteran licensing.
VA Resources in California
VA FACILITIES
52
Medical centers, clinics, and Vet Centers in California
VETERAN POPULATION
1,600,000
Veterans living in California
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