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Chef Salary in Spain

Chefs plan menus, prepare food, and lead kitchen teams. The Spain median is $78,126 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$78,126
per year
Monthly (national)
$6,501
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$78,126
Valencia, ES
Hourly (national)
$37.56
varies by city

Chef salary by city in Spain

CityPer year
Valencia, ES$78,126
Zaragoza, ES$78,126
Sevilla, ES$78,126
Málaga, ES$78,126
Murcia, ES$78,126
Palma, ES$78,126
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, ES$78,126
Alicante, ES$78,126
Bilbao, ES$78,126
Córdoba, ES$78,126
Madrid, ES$56,000
Barcelona, ES$52,122

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a chef make in Spain?
The national median chef salary in Spain is about 68.500 € per year (5700 € per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about 45.700 € to 68.500 €.
Which Spain city pays chefs the most?
Valencia, ES pays the most at about 68.500 € per year.
Which Spain city pays chefs the least?
Among cities we cover, Barcelona, ES is on the lower end at about 45.700 € per year for a chef.
What is the typical salary range for a chef in Spain?
Across Spain cities we cover, chef pay commonly spans from about 31.900 € at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 98.600 € for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Spain cities have chef salary data?
Pay by Role publishes chef pay for 12 cities in Spain, all shown in EUR.
Is chef in demand in Spain?
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.