Salary guide
How much does a chef make in the United Kingdom?
Average base salary
£28,500 per year
per year in United Kingdom · School or trust-set scale
Chef salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical chef pay across the UK.
Where chefs earn the most across the UK.
Academy Trustee
Average
£28,500 per year
See academy trustee jobs
Access Arrangements Assessor
Average
£28,500 per year
See access arrangements assessor jobs
Access Arrangements Coordinator
Average
£50,000 per year
See access arrangements coordinator jobs
Accounts Assistant
Average
£28,500 per year
See accounts assistant jobs
Activities Coordinator
Average
£50,000 per year
See activities coordinator jobs
Admin Assistant
Average
£27,500 per year
See admin assistant jobs
The average salary for a chef in the United Kingdom is £28,500 per year. Pay typically ranges from £22,000 per year to £36,000 per year depending on experience, phase and location.
Chefs in Inner London and Outer London typically earn the most, with pay boosted by London weighting. See the "Highest paying cities" section above for a full breakdown.
Chef pay is set by School or trust-set scale.