What is the median salary for Chef in Charlotte?

The median salary for Chef in Charlotte is USD 67,500 - USD 80,000 per year.

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

The national average salary for Chef in United States is USD 70,152 - USD 80,179, while in Charlotte it is USD 71,167 - USD 80,848.

Which companies hire the most Chef professionals in Charlotte?

Top companies hiring Chef in Charlotte include Culinary Dropout, Gecko Hospitality.

Chef Salary in United States

Chef Salary in Charlotte

Based on 826 job listings - Charlotte, United States 2026

Average salary

$71,167 - $80,848

Median salary

$67,500 - $80,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$44K

25th percentile$55K

Median$68K

75th percentile$85K

90th percentile$97K

50% of professionals earn between $55,000 - $85,000 USD

The median salary is $67,500

Other cities

New York3,605 job openings

Chicago2,032 job openings

Atlanta1,893 job openings

Dallas1,771 job openings

Las Vegas1,729 job openings

Houston1,580 job openings

Boston1,238 job openings

Washington1,016 job openings

Los Angeles1,001 job openings

Austin986 job openings

Madison856 job openings

Nashville850 job openings

Denver834 job openings

Miami783 job openings

Orlando766 job openings

Columbus765 job openings

San Diego763 job openings

San Antonio735 job openings

Phoenix643 job openings

Philadelphia596 job openings

Scottsdale575 job openings

Tampa575 job openings

Top companies hiring

Culinary Dropout5

Gecko Hospitality4

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The average salary for a Chef in Charlotte, United States is USD 71,167 - USD 80,848 per year in 2026, based on 826 job listings.

Leading employers for Chef roles in United States include Culinary Dropout, Gecko Hospitality.

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