Culinary schools in Utah
Looking for culinary arts schools in Utah? There are 9, including 9 public colleges. Chefs in Utah earn a median $59,060 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 9
- Public colleges
- 9
- Median pay in UT
- $59,060
- Cities with schools
- 6
Culinary schools by city
- Salt Lake City (3 within 30 mi)
- Orem (3 within 30 mi)
- Sandy (3 within 30 mi)
- Layton (3 within 30 mi)
- Eagle Mountain (3 within 30 mi)
- Bountiful (3 within 30 mi)
What chefs earn in Utah
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $59,060
- $28.39 an hour
- Typical range
- $27,940–$79,420
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in UT
- 1,740
- 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 Utah?
We list 9 schools in Utah with culinary arts programs: 9 public colleges. Campuses are in Logan, Kaysville, Saint George, Lehi, and Ogden.
Are there community college culinary arts programs in Utah?
Yes. 9 public colleges in Utah 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 Utah?
Among the 5 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,338 to $13,410. 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 Utah?
The median pay for chefs in Utah is $59,060 a year, and most earn between $27,940 and $79,420, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a culinary arts school in Utah?
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)
- New Jersey (12)
- Mississippi (11)
- Michigan (10)