Chef listings on JobYay typically advertise £35,500 to £38,000 a year.
Typical pay for the occupation is £22,000 to £40,000 a year National Careers Service
Advertised pay right now
November 2026 snapshot, from 462 live Chef listings on JobYay with advertised pay.
Annual salaries advertised
£35,500 to £38,000 a year 234 listings
Middle half of listings: £31,500 to £42,500. Median £37,500.
Hourly rates advertised
£16.50 to £17.50 an hour 228 listings
Middle half of listings: £15.25 to £19. Median £17.
40% of these are contract or temporary positions.
Where the listings are: London (22).