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Chef Salary in Hong Kong

Chefs plan menus, prepare food, and lead kitchen teams. The Hong Kong median is $78,829 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$78,829
per year
Monthly (national)
$6,569
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$55,231
Hong Kong, HK
Hourly (national)
$37.90
varies by city

Chef salary by city in Hong Kong

CityPer year
Hong Kong, HK$55,231

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a chef make in Hong Kong?
The national median chef salary in Hong Kong is about HK$618,000 per year (HK$51,500 per month). Across 1 cities, pay ranges from about HK$433,000 to HK$433,000.
Which Hong Kong city pays chefs the most?
Hong Kong, HK pays the most at about HK$433,000 per year.
Which Hong Kong city pays chefs the least?
Among cities we cover, Hong Kong, HK is on the lower end at about HK$433,000 per year for a chef.
What is the typical salary range for a chef in Hong Kong?
Across Hong Kong cities we cover, chef pay commonly spans from about HK$302,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about HK$620,000 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Hong Kong cities have chef salary data?
Pay by Role publishes chef pay for 1 cities in Hong Kong, all shown in HKD.
Is chef in demand in Hong Kong?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +5% over the next decade. Related skilled trades roles on Pay by Role include Electrician, Plumber, Carpenter.