How much does a Chef earn in Ireland?

The estimated salary for Chef in Ireland ranges from EUR 36,605 to EUR 44,700 EUR per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 4,897 job listings

Salary Guide

Chef Salary in Ireland

Based on 4,897 job listings - 2026

Average salary

€36,605 - €44,700

Median salary

€36,605 - €44,700

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile€28K

25th percentile€35K

Median€37K

75th percentile€45K

90th percentile€51K

50% of professionals earn between €35,475 - €44,700 EUR

The median salary is €36,605

Salary evolution

Median salary

P25–P75

Mar 26: EUR 36,605Apr 26: EUR 36,605

Top cities

Dublin916 job openings

Cork382 job openings

Galway177 job openings

Limerick155 job openings

Cashel93 job openings

Dublin 241 job openings

Waterford29 job openings

Athlone28 job openings

Ballymahon28 job openings

Kilkenny27 job openings

Longford26 job openings

Naas25 job openings

Sligo24 job openings

Carlow22 job openings

Kenmare22 job openings

Killarney22 job openings

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Chef

4,897 job openings

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The average salary for a Chef in Ireland is EUR 36,605 - EUR 44,700 per year in 2026. The median salary is EUR 40,653 per year, based on 4,897 active job listings.

The cities with the most Chef job opportunities in Ireland are Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Cashel. Dublin leads with 916 job openings.

Explore 4,897 Chef job listings in Ireland on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.