92G Culinary Specialist — Civilian Jobs in West Virginia
Career paths, salary data, and transition resources for Culinary Specialist veterans looking for civilian jobs in West Virginia.
CAREER PATHS
4
TOP SALARY
$63,060.00
VET POPULATION
130K
MILITARY BASES
1
Culinary Specialist civilian salaries in West Virginia
Real West Virginia 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 | $40,520.00 | $61,100.00 | $88,690.00 |
| Food Service Manager | $36,770.00 | $54,800.00 | $75,090.00 |
| Restaurant Manager | $36,770.00 | $54,800.00 | $75,090.00 |
| Institutional Cook | $22,180.00 | $29,590.00 | $38,010.00 |
Source: BLS OEWS state wage data (May 2025 (BLS OEWS)). Annual figures; actual pay varies by employer and experience.
92G Career Matches in West Virginia
Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. National median salaries shown — West Virginia 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 West Virginia
West Virginia has 1 major military installations. Veterans transitioning from nearby bases often settle locally.
Skills That Transfer
Key Culinary Specialist skills that West Virginia employers value.
Certifications for West Virginia
These certifications help Culinary Specialist veterans stand out to West Virginia employers. Some states offer fee waivers for veteran licensing.
VA Resources in West Virginia
VA FACILITIES
8
Medical centers, clinics, and Vet Centers in West Virginia
VETERAN POPULATION
130,000
Veterans living in West Virginia
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