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chef Salary in california

Based on 88 active job postings in california  ·  Updated 2026

Min Salary
$49,920
per year
Average Salary
$49,920
per year
Max Salary
$49,920
per year
Jobs Found
88
active listings
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Open chef Jobs in california 88

Bon Appetit Santa Clara, California Remote
$35 Full Time
Benihana - Monterey Monterey, California
Full Time
Boujis Hospitality West Hollywood, California
Full Time
Boujis Hospitality West Hollywood, California
Full Time
One Haus Healdsburg, California
Full Time
Chartwells HE Arcata, California Remote
Full Time
Fantasy Springs Resort Casino Indio, California
Full Time
Eurest Milpitas, California Remote
Full Time
Jose Andres Group Culver City, California
Full Time
Eurest Goleta, California Remote
Full Time

chef Salary FAQ

What is the average chef salary in california?
Based on 2 recent job postings, the average annual salary for a chef in california is approximately $49,920, with a range of $49,920 – $49,920.
How do I negotiate my chef salary?
Research comparable roles in your area, document your accomplishments, and arrive at negotiations with data. Use total compensation (base + bonus + equity + benefits) as your benchmark, not just base pay.
What factors affect chef compensation in california?
Key factors include years of experience, technical certifications, company size (startup vs. enterprise), industry (tech vs. finance vs. healthcare), and whether the role is remote-first or on-site in a high cost-of-living metro.