50% of professionals earn between $14,592 - $90,000 USD
The median salary is $75,000
The average salary for a Executive Chef in United States is USD 75,000 - USD 90,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 82,500 per year, based on 15,032 active job listings.
The cities with the most Executive Chef job opportunities in United States are New York, Peabody, Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago. New York leads with 376 job openings.
Leading employers for Executive Chef roles in United States include Hyatt Corporation, Sodexo, HC Assetco LLC, HYATT Hotels.
Explore 15,032 Executive Chef job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.