Okay, let’s tackle this. So Efrain has a Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts and Related Services, which is a solid foundation for a cooking career. He has 1 year 4 months of experience working as a cook at Daphne’s California Greek. Considering the location is Simi Valley, California, and the industry is food service, the rate is likely to be lower than in major cities like New York or San Francisco. I’m estimating around $15 per hour, which is a reasonable rate for an entry-level cook in a smaller market.