Head Chef
Superyacht Galley · €3,500 – €16,000 a month
A Head Chef on a superyacht typically earns €3,500 to €16,000 a month, depending on the size of the yacht. Training for this step includes Certificate in Professional Cookery & Culinary Arts, Introduction to Yachting for Chefs, Food Safety & Hygiene Level 3 Supervising Food Safety in Catering and Certificate of Competence Ship’s Cook, on top of the basics such as an ENG1 medical and Basic Safety Training.
This role oversees all aspects of the galley, from provisioning, menu planning, cleaning, maintenance and HACCP procedures, and building work schedules. A successful candidate for this position will have excellent references, experience provisioning in various world regions, and a good understanding of maintaining a budget effectively.
| Yacht length | Monthly salary (EUR) | Monthly salary (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 20 - 40 m (70 - 130 ft) | €3 500 – €5 600 | $4 100 – $6 700 |
| 40 - 50 m (130 - 165 ft) | €4 600 – €7 400 | $5 500 – $8 800 |
| 50 - 60 m (165 - 200 ft) | €5 600 – €8 000 | $6 700 – $9 600 |
| 60 - 70 m (200 - 230 ft) | €7 000 – €9 100 | $8 500 – $11 000 |
| 70 - 80 m (230 - 265 ft) | €7 300 – €11 000 | $8 800 – $13 300 |
| 80 - 90 m (265 - 295 ft) | €7 500 – €14 000 | $9 000 – $16 900 |
| 90 - 100 m (295 - 330 ft) | €7 800 – €14 000 | $9 400 – $16 900 |
| 100 m+ (330 Ft +) | €7 800 – €16 000 | $9 400 – $19 300 |
Typical monthly ranges. Pay varies with experience, the yacht's programme and whether it's private or charter.
These are the courses and certificates on the Galley career path up to this role.