Chef / Culinary Salary in St. Louis, MO

The average Chef / Culinary in St. Louis, MO earns $47,025 per year, with most salaries falling between $35,910 and $60,705. That's 14% below the national average of $55,000 for this role.

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Chef / Culinary pay by experience in St. Louis, MO

ExperienceAverageTypical range
Entry-level$30,780$23,940 – $40,185
Mid-level$47,025$35,910 – $60,705
Senior$63,270$48,735 – $81,225
Staff / Lead$81,225$62,415 – $104,310
Executive$106,875$81,225 – $141,075

Salary percentiles (mid-level)

$41,040
$47,025
$54,720

Figures are modeled market estimates for St. Louis, MO based on Earnable's salary dataset, updated 2026. Your actual pay depends on company, skills, and negotiation — look up your exact number.

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