50% of professionals earn between $12,500 - $85,000 USD
The median salary is $70,000
The average salary for a Executive Chef in United States is USD 70,000 - USD 85,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 77,500 per year, based on 11,096 active job listings.
The cities with the most Executive Chef job opportunities in United States are New York, Peabody, Chicago, Glen Mills, Atlanta. New York leads with 274 job openings.
Leading employers for Executive Chef roles in United States include Gecko Hospitality, Great Wolf Lodge, Concord Hospitality, HYATT Hotels, Mis en Place.
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