Culinary schools in New Jersey
We found 12 schools offering culinary arts training in New Jersey, with campuses in Mays Landing, Paramus, Lincroft, and Randolph and more. Chefs in New Jersey earn a median $74,280 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 12
- Public colleges
- 11
- Median pay in NJ
- $74,280
- Cities with schools
- 5
Culinary schools by city
- Paterson (8 within 30 mi)
- Trenton (8 within 30 mi)
- New Brunswick (7 within 30 mi)
- Long Branch (4 within 30 mi)
- Randolph (7 within 30 mi)
What chefs earn in New Jersey
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $74,280
- $35.71 an hour
- Typical range
- $49,200–$100,100
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NJ
- 9,100
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +6.6%
- 25,200 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many culinary arts schools are in New Jersey?
We list 12 schools in New Jersey with culinary arts programs: 11 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Mays Landing, Paramus, Lincroft, Randolph, and Jersey City.
Are there community college culinary arts programs in New Jersey?
Yes. 11 public colleges in New Jersey offer culinary arts. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does culinary arts school cost in New Jersey?
Among the 12 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,288 to $11,231. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do chefs make in New Jersey?
The median pay for chefs in New Jersey is $74,280 a year, and most earn between $49,200 and $100,100, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a culinary arts school in New Jersey?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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Culinary schools in other states
- California (52)
- Florida (43)
- Texas (28)
- North Carolina (24)
- New York (20)
- Georgia (19)
- Illinois (18)
- Pennsylvania (17)
- Wisconsin (15)
- Oklahoma (13)
- Virginia (13)
- Washington (13)
- Puerto Rico (13)
- Mississippi (11)
- Michigan (10)
- Ohio (10)