Creative & Education Portland, OR Pop. 652,503

Chef Salary in Portland, Oregon

The median chef salary in Portland, OR is $66,694 per year, which is 18.0% above the national median and 7.3% above the Oregon state average.

City Median
$66,694
vs State Avg
+$4,522
vs National
+$10,174
Cost of Living
118%

Chef Salary in Portland by Experience

In Portland, an entry-level chef earns around $41,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $103,840 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$41,300
+$6,300 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$66,080
+$10,080 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$103,840
+$15,840 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Portland, OR

Percentile Portland
10th Percentile $39,176
25th Percentile $49,796
Median (50th) $66,694
75th Percentile $88,500
90th Percentile $115,404

Chef Salary in Other Oregon Cities

Hillsboro, OR
$63,302
Pop. 106,447
Gresham, OR
$61,042
Pop. 113,103
Eugene, OR
$59,346
Pop. 176,654
Salem, OR
$57,650
Pop. 175,535

How to Become a Chef in Portland

Education

Most chef positions require a high school diploma. Portland and the surrounding Oregon area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Culinary ArtsMenu PlanningFood SafetyKitchen ManagementCost ControlCreativity

Job Outlook

Nationally, chef employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Portland may vary based on local industry and population growth.