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How Much Do Yacht Chefs Make? A Real Salary Breakdown
Jul 06, 2026
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This is the question I get asked more than any other, so let's get straight into it — no fluff, just what I've seen across 14 years working on yachts from 15 to 88 metres.
The short answer
A sole chef starting out on a smaller yacht typically earns somewhere between €3,500–5,500 per month. Head ch...