Chefs Salary in United Kingdom
Updated May 2026
Official salary data
Based on approximately 146,000 employees
10th percentile
£10,695
25th percentile
£17,024
Median
£25,577
Mean
£25,101
75th percentile
£31,681
90th percentile
£38,500
| Statistic | Annual pay (gross) |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | £10,695 |
| 25th percentile | £17,024 |
| Median | £25,577 |
| Mean | £25,101 |
| 75th percentile | £31,681 |
| 90th percentile | £38,500 |
Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) · 2024 revised
Take-home pay estimate
£
MonthlyAnnual
Gross salary
£2,131£25,577
−Income tax
£217£2,601
−National Insurance
£87£1,041
=Take-home pay
£1,828£21,935
Estimate only · 2026/27 HMRC rates · Standard allowances · Not financial or tax advice
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