How Much Do Yacht Chefs Earn?

Super-yacht chefs typically earn between 85,000 and 100,000 per month for a standard charter season. They have 1 year of experience and are responsible for provisioning food items, guest and crew meals, and nutrition. The average salary for yacht chefs is between €3,500 to €10,000 per month, depending on experience, skill level, and the size of the yacht.

On sub-98-foot (30-meter) megayachts, chefs earn 4,000 to 4,500 euros (4,400 to 4,900) per month. The compensation for chefs working on yachts can vary significantly depending on factors such as experience, vessel size, yacht reputation, and the factors affecting salary. Larger and more luxurious yachts often have bigger budgets, with monthly salaries ranging from 5,000-7,000 before tips. On vessels up to 35 meters, a monthly yacht chef salary is between 5,000-7,000 before tips.

For boats around 40-60 meters, a yacht chef’s salary can range from €4,000-€7,000 a month. This can be negotiated depending on the position. A captain can expect a monthly salary of 15k (captain Lee was rumored to earn 200k annual salary), while a chef can earn 10k and an interior chef 5-7k.

A private yacht chef in the United States has an average annual pay of 90,386 a year. As of July 23, 2024, the average annual pay for a private yacht chef in the United States is 90,386 a year.

Yacht crew salaries include ChefCook (54-60,000), Chief Steward(ess)Purser (54-60,000), and Chef/Susceress (ess)Purser (60-66,000).