Back Line Cook salary in Kenya

Average Yearly Salary of Back Line Cook in Kenya is approximately 470,927 KES (2,978 USD). Data is for 2025 and indicates a pre-tax value. The salary itself depends on multiple factors such as seniority, job performance, certifications, experience or any other bonuses. The value indicated is an average amount based on records we have in database. Real values may vary. The data is for orientational purposes.

What does Back Line Cook do?

A back line cook, also known as a line cook or prep cook, is responsible for preparing and cooking food in a restaurant or food establishment. This role typically involves working on the back line or the area of the kitchen where the food is cooked and assembled before being served to customers. Back line cooks work under the supervision of the head chef or kitchen manager and are an essential part of the kitchen team. Their duties include preparing ingredients, following recipes, cooking and plating dishes, maintaining cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, and ensuring food safety standards are met. They must have excellent knife skills, be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and possess knowledge of various cooking techniques.

Skills: Line cook, Prep cook, Food preparation, Cooking, Kitchen operations, Culinary skills
Job industry: Food and beverage

How much does Back Line Cook make?

Difference in salary year over year or average salary increase is approximately 4 %


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Salary comparison to National average

Is Back Line Cook a well paid job?

No, our data shows that Back Line Cook is typically not a well-paid job. The salary varies based on experience. Meaning that even though Back Line Cook might be a low paying job, with experience the salary might increase to satisfactory levels.

What is considered a high salary for Back Line Cook?

High salary for Back Line Cook would be somewhere between 518,020 KES and 682,844 KES. However this is an estimation based on Gaussian Distribution.

How much can you save working as Back Line Cook in Kenya?

Living in Kenya the approximate monthly expenses are: 240 USD. This amount covers basic needs such as food, housing, clothing, healthcare and education costs for a single person. No luxury expenses such as traveling, leisure, hobbies are included in the estimation.

Estimated Yearly Salary: 470,927 KES
Estimated Monthly Salary: 39,244 KES
Estimated Weekly Salary: 9,056 KES per week
Estimated Hourly Salary: 226 KES per hour
By working as Back Line Cook a person can save up to 8 USD per month or 98 USD yearly. Values are pre-tax.

NOTE: These values are estimates and are averaged for the whole country. Furthermore the value is likely exaggerated as no other expenses are taken into account in the projection. Unessential expenses are very subjective and are difficult to assess. Most likely the previously estimated number is significantly lower for majority of people. Expenses in different cities across the country may vary. Above values accuracy is low and is based on limited set of data obtained.

For more information regarding expenses in Kenya, see costs of living in Kenya.

Salary comparison to region and neighbouring coutries

Country's neighbours are: Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda..
To make it easier for comparison a conversion from local currency to USD has been made (conversion rates may vary).

Estimated Yearly Salary for Back Line Cook

Last revision of data: 2025-01-04

Salary increase per years of experience

Based on data available the salary increase per years of experience is as following

0 years (beginner) equals base salary

1 to 5 years of experience yields +12% salary increase

6 to 10 years of experience yields +25% salary increase

11 to 15 years of experience yields +16% salary increase

16 to 25 years of experience yields +9% salary increase

more than 25 years of experience yields +10% salary increase

NOTE: Details based on limited set of data. Percentages may vary. The salary increase over years of experience can vary widely based on factors such as job industry, job role, location, company size, and individual performance. To gain even larger increase in salary one is advised to switch jobs and / or employer.

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