Chef
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₹0.2 Lakh - ₹10 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byChef Salary in Chennai (Updated 2025)
based on 187
latest salaries
• updated:
28 Feb 2025
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Chef Salary in Chennai ranges between ₹0.2 Lakh to ₹10 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 15 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 187 latest salaries received from Chef.
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Chennai
(6 salaries)
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₹1.2 L/yr - ₹3.1 L/yr | |
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8
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Chennai
(5 salaries)
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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr | |
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4
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr | |
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14
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exp.
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹4.1 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr | |
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12
yrs
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr | |
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23
yrs
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹4.6 L/yr | |
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10
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr | |
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2
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹1.2 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr | |
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3
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹0.5 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr | |
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6
yrs
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹2.5 L/yr | |
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De Aura Global Dining And Bar
Chef
12 years exp.
1d ago
Drizzle Bistro
Chef
2 years exp.
2d ago
Hotel Shivay Veg Non-Veg Family Restaurant
Chef
8 years exp.
2d ago
Foods and Inns
Chef
5 years exp.
2d ago
V&RO HOSPITALITY
Chef
1 year exp.
2d ago
ITC Hotels
Chef
1 year exp.
3d ago
Minor Hotels
Chef
2 years exp.
3d ago
Chowman Hospitality
Chef
3 years exp.
3d ago
Bryn Mawr Trust
Chef
5 years exp.
3d ago
Kmk Event Management
Chef
2 years exp.
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Chef salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
1
year
(29
salaries)
| ₹0.1 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr |
2
years
(37
salaries)
| ₹0.2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
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3
years
(17
salaries)
| ₹0.2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
4
years
(15
salaries)
| ₹0.3 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
5
years
(14
salaries)
| ₹0.5 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr |
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Chef Jobs in Chennai
Chef
· 2-5 years
Sodexo
₹3
L/yr
- ₹4.5
L/yr
North Goa
Chef
· 8-13 years
ISS India
Mumbai
Chef
· 4-8 years
Belvedere Foodworks LLP
₹3.5
L/yr
- ₹5
L/yr
Kolkata
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| ₹0.6 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
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(18 salaries)
| ₹2.1 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
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| ₹0.2 L/yr - ₹10.6 L/yr |
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16
years
exp.
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| ₹0.2 L/yr - ₹23.5 L/yr |
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Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces
Trainee in Mumbai
• posted on 18 Jul 2018
Likes
Well I work in the kitchen dept and to be honest its an overall package, the work culture is great, working hours are considerate and the overall team is helpful, you will get to learn a lot.
read more- Salary - Excellent
+6 more
Dislikes
The only the to complain would be the work life balance but still comparing it to other properties its the best.
Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces
Trainee in Taj MG Road Bangalore Karnataka
• posted on 24 Jun 2023
Likes
In Taj MG road the staff is very friendly they work as a team and the Taj is also take care of his employee's that's why Taj MG road bangluru is different from other's
read more- Skill development - Good
Dislikes
Starting salary is very less in Taj hotels
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Chef Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
New Delhi
Chef
1 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹0.2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
Mumbai
Chef
1 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹0.2 L/yr - ₹14.2 L/yr |
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
Chef
1 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹0.3 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Chef
1 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹0.2 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr |
Kolkata
Chef
1 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr |
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Chef Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Travel & Tourism / Hospitality Chef
1 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹0.3 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr |
Hospitality Chef
1 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr |
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Food Processing Chef
1 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹0.3 L/yr - ₹9.9 L/yr |
Internet Chef
1 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹0.8 L/yr - ₹14.2 L/yr |
Manufacturing Chef
1 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹0.2 L/yr - ₹10.6 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chef Salaries
What is the salary of a Chef in India?
Salary for a Chef in India ranges between ₹0.2 Lakh to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 187 latest salaries received from various Chefs across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Chefs?
- The Hotel Industry Chef Salary - ₹3.5 Lakhs per year
- Mango Hotels Chef Salary - ₹3.1 Lakhs per year
- Marriott International Chef Salary - ₹2.8 Lakhs per year
- ITC Hotels Chef Salary - ₹2.8 Lakhs per year
- Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces Chef Salary - ₹2.7 Lakhs per year
What is the starting salary for a Chef in India?
Average starting Salary for Chef in India is around ₹0.2 Lakh per year (₹1.7k per month). 1 year of minimum experience is required to be a Chef.
What is the highest salary for a Chef in India?
Highest salary that a Chef can earn is ₹7.5 Lakhs per year (₹62.5k per month).
What are the top paying industries for Chef in India?
- Travel & Tourism - ₹4.4 Lakhs to 10.0 Lakhs per year
- FMCG - ₹3.0 Lakhs to 10.0 Lakhs per year
- Food Processing - ₹2.6 Lakhs to 6.0 Lakhs per year
- Hospitality - ₹0.2 Lakhs to 12.0 Lakhs per year
- Fitness & Wellness - ₹0.2 Lakhs to 3.6 Lakhs per year
What are the top paying cities for Chef in India?
- Mumbai - ₹0.1 Lakhs to 500.0 Lakhs per year
- New Delhi - ₹0.1 Lakhs to 102.0 Lakhs per year
- Kolkata - ₹0.2 Lakhs to 58.2 Lakhs per year
- Hyderabad / Secunderabad - ₹0.1 Lakhs to 45.0 Lakhs per year
- Bangalore / Bengaluru - ₹0.1 Lakhs to 15.0 Lakhs per year
What are the popular/top skills required to become a Chef?
These are the top skills of a Chef based on 55 jobs posted by employers.
- Restaurant
- Hospitality
- Hotel Management
- Cooking
- Management
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