What is the median salary for Chef in Cork?

The median salary for Chef in Cork is EUR 36,605 - EUR 39,153 per year.

How does the Chef salary in Cork compare to the national average?

The national average salary for Chef in Ireland is EUR 36,605 - EUR 39,153, while in Cork it is EUR 36,605 - EUR 39,153.

Chef Salary in Ireland

Chef Salary in Cork

Based on 227 job listings - Cork, Ireland 2026

Average salary

€36,605 - €39,153

Median salary

€36,605 - €39,153

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile€35K

25th percentile€38K

Median€45K

75th percentile€49K

90th percentile€50K

50% of professionals earn between €37,500 - €48,750 EUR

The median salary is €45,000

Other cities

Dublin1,147 job openings

Galway188 job openings

Limerick73 job openings

Killarney51 job openings

Donegal50 job openings

Kilkenny43 job openings

Tipperary33 job openings

Waterford33 job openings

Sligo30 job openings

Wexford30 job openings

Westport28 job openings

Kildare27 job openings

Athlone25 job openings

Cashel23 job openings

Ennis23 job openings

Tralee22 job openings

Kerry21 job openings

Top companies hiring

Excel Recruitment20

Hospitality Recruitment11

Aramark Ireland3

RedChair Recruitment3

Aramark1

Farmers Market1

Chef

227 job openings in Cork

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The average salary for a Chef in Cork, Ireland is EUR 36,605 - EUR 39,153 per year in 2026, based on 227 job listings.

Leading employers for Chef roles in Ireland include Excel Recruitment, Hospitality Recruitment, Aramark Ireland, RedChair Recruitment, Aramark.

Explore 227 Chef job listings in Ireland on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.