9. Personal chef
Average annual wage (BLS, for Household Chefs): $42,220;
Today, many professional chefs are leaving the restaurant business and becoming personal chefs. The salary of personal chefs depends on the sum they negotiate with their clients. The average annual salary of a full-time household cook is $42,220, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics, but personal chefs that provide catering for parties and work with several clients at the same time can earn from $200 to $400 per gig. Household chefs often receive free food and lodging and many other benefits. This occupation doesn’t require any additional education or licensure, so if you already work as a restaurant chef, you can start looking for clients immediately. If you don’t have a degree in this field, you might need to pass some additional training in safe food handling, sanitation, and cooking.
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