50% of professionals earn between $52,776 - $84,250 USD
The median salary is $70,000
The average salary for a Chef in United States is USD 70,000 - USD 84,250 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 77,125 per year, based on 331,563 active job listings.
The cities with the most Chef job opportunities in United States are Madison, New York, Nashville, Las Vegas, Atlanta. Madison leads with 8,977 job openings.
Leading employers for Chef roles in United States include Panera Bread, Aramark, Episcope Hospitality, Hyatt Corporation, Grand Casino.
Explore 331,563 Chef job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.