Cook Specialist I
Authorized salary ranges
| Range | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| A | $3,799 to $4,656 | $45,588 to $55,872 |
| F | $3,166 to $3,880 | $37,990 to $46,560 |
Representation
Service Employees International Union, Local 1000 represents Bargaining Unit R15, Allied Services.
Where these jobs are
93 state employees held this classification in 2025, from State Controller payroll data.
Against the market
The BLS median wage for Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria across all California employers was $46,390 a year in 2025. This classification is authorized from $37,990 to $55,872 a year.
Footnotes
- Footnote 01 Used in Pay Letters to designate 12-month probationary period. In the Alphabetic and Schematic Pay Scales Listings, a column is provided for designating the months of the probationary period. (Reinstituted 12/78)
- Footnote R1 Range 1 designation — refer to applicable classification specification.