Executive Chef Job & Career Information
What's it like to be a Executive Chef?We have 3,115 Executive Chef jobs nationwide. The average Executive Chef salary is $58,000 annually, -$8K (12%) less than the average national salary. Statistically, Executive Chefs are very happy with their career.
$58,000 Average Salary
- $58K Sodexo average (125 salaries)
- $57K ARAMARK average (89 salaries)
- $58K Compass Group average (53 salaries)
Employee Reviews
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Executive Chef @ Guckenheimer in Redwood City, CA
"Who doesn't love food? I love the creativity being an Executive Chef allows. But it is hard work and not for everyone."
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Executive Chef @ Bella Vita in New Castle, IN
"I love the fast pace and the action of being a Chef. I love being able to be creative and put something new and exciting on the table. I love to make someones' experience enjoyable by being able to provide an appealing dish in both appearance and taste. I love being in charge in a way to direct others in a way that they can learn from me. That is the great joy for me in food service. No matter one's experience or schooling level, there is always the opportunity to learn something new from anyone you come in contact with."
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