Average Chefs Salary in Glasgow City
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How Glasgow City compares
The median pay for chefss in the Scotland stood at £26,967 in 2025, placing them 1.6% above the UK-wide figure of £26,531. In practical terms, living costs in the Scotland run 7.7% below average. That means £26,967 stretches to roughly £29,217 in real spending power. The all-jobs average in Glasgow City is £34,932. By comparison, chefss earn 22.8% less than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £26,967 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £29,217 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Scotland is 7.7% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average chefs salary in Glasgow City?
The median chefs salary in the Scotland (which includes Glasgow City) is £26,967 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does chefs pay in Glasgow City compare to the UK average?
Chefs in the Scotland earn 1.6% above the national median of £26,531. This makes the Scotland one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is chefs a well-paid job in Glasgow City compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Glasgow City is £34,932. Chefs in the Scotland earn £26,967, which is 22.8% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for chefss cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to Glasgow City. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.