How much does an Executive Development Chef make in the United States?
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The average Executive Development Chef salary in the United States is $73,607 as of September 2026. The range for our most popular Executive Development Chef positions (listed below) typically falls between $65,009 and $82,205. Keep in mind that salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including position, education, certifications, additional skills, and the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
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| Job Title | Salary | Hourly Rate | Location | Date Updated |
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| Chef | $59,111 | $28.42 | United States | September 2026 |
| Executive Chef | $87,215 | $41.93 | United States | September 2026 |
| Sous Chef | $49,600 | $23.85 | United States | September 2026 |
| Pastry Chef | $58,635 | $28.19 | United States | September 2026 |
| Assistant Chef | $49,600 | $23.85 | United States | September 2026 |
| Development Chef | $92,100 | $44.28 | United States | September 2026 |
| Kitchen Manager/Chef | $49,600 | $23.85 | United States | September 2026 |
| Pastry Sous Chef | $35,090 | $16.87 | United States | September 2026 |
| Head Pastry Chef | $58,640 | $28.19 | United States | September 2026 |
| Senior Development Chef | $111,500 | $53.61 | United States | September 2026 |
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Directs and oversees kitchen operations, including menu development, purchasing, inventory, cost control and sanitation. Creates and updates menus that will appeal to customers, utilize seasonal ingredients, and maximize profits. Develops and tests new recipes. Solicits and studies customer feedback to maintain high standards of quality and satisfaction. Troubleshoots and resolves operational issues. Complies with all safety and food sanitation laws and regulations. Supervises, trains, and mentors staff. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in culinary arts or equivalent. Typically reports to top management. Typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. View Executive Chef SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Head Chef, Kitchen Director/Chef
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Leads the production and presentation of pastries and baked goods including sourcing, purchasing, inventory, and cost control. Develops and tests recipes and sources ingredients to create unique pastries and baked goods. Creates dessert menus that complement meal offerings, appeal to diners and maximize profits. Follows all applicable guidelines and regulations for food handling and safety. Maintains a clean and orderly workstation and kitchen equipment. May require an associate degree in culinary arts or equivalent. Typically reports to an executive chef. Supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. View Pastry Chef SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Head Pastry Chef, Pastry and Baking Manager, Senior Baker/Pastry Chef