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Chef
Starfield Background
While the unrefined masses scarfed down Chunks by the shipload, you catered to those with a more... discerning palate. In your kitchen, countless alien species became true culinary masterpieces.
Chef is a background in Starfield. It starts with 3 skills at rank 1: Gastronomy (Social), Dueling (Combat) and Scavenging (Social).
Starting skills
Gastronomy (Tier 1)
You can craft specialty food and drinks, and research additional recipes at a Research Lab.
Dueling (Tier 1)
Melee weapons do 25% more damage. Take 10% less damage while wielding a melee weapon.
Scavenging (Tier 1)
There's a chance you'll find extra credits when searching containers.