How much does a Private Chef make in San Diego, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Private Chef in San Diego, CA is $85,948. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $80,851 to $96,971, with most professionals earning between $76,210 and $107,007.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Private Chef Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Private Chef Salary $76,210 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Private Chef Salary $80,851 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Private Chef Salary $85,948 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Private Chef Salary $96,971 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Private Chef Salary $107,007 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
25% $80,851 10% $76,210 90% $107,007 75% $96,971 $85,948 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Kitchen Manager

    3 + years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Private Chef in San Diego, CA. The base salary for Private Chef ranges from $80,851 to $96,971 with the average base salary of $85,948. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $80,851 to $96,971 with the average total cash compensation of $85,948.

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