Culinary arts salaries can vary widely depending on location, employer, and level of experience and education. A chef working outside a major city might earn between $8-14 per hour, while a chef in a large metropolitan restaurant could earn over $100,000 per year. Education level also impacts earnings - those with a bachelor's degree typically earn double what a high school graduate earns. Overall, salaries tend to be highest for chefs working in large, upscale restaurants and hotels located in major cities.