Chef Salary in Australia

Comprehensive salary information for Chef positions in Australia, Western Australia

Average Chef Salary

$76,000 / year
Salary Range: $50,000 - $120,000
Industry: Hospitality
Market Demand: Very High
Growth Rate: Strong growth
Remote Work: Not typically available

Salary by Experience Level

Experience Level Salary Range
Entry Level (0-2 years) $55,000
Mid Level (3-5 years) $75,000
Senior Level (6+ years) $105,000

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Current Chef Jobs in Australia

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Gin Long Canteen πŸ“ North Adelaide, Adelaide πŸ’° $80k Full-time, Permanent

About The Role Gin Long Canteen, a well established modern South East Asian located in north CBD of Adelaide. We are known for our fusion of South East Asian culinary food. We are currently seeking a ...

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KITCHEN RULES INDIAN RESTAURANT PTY LTD πŸ“ North Lambton, Newcastle Area πŸ’° $80k Full-time, Permanent

Chef required for a well-established Indian restaurant β€œ SPICE AFFAIRS KAPOOR’S AUTHENTIC INDIAN CUISINE ” located at 128 ELDER STREET, LAMBTON NSW 2299 . Prospective applicants must have good prior e...

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SLNH PTY LTD πŸ“ Victoria, Australia πŸ’° $75k - $85k Full-time, Permanent

About SLNH PTY LTD(Montania) : Nestled in right on the edge of the Dandenong Ranges, Montania is a celebrated destination known for its unique fusion of modern Australian cuisine and rustic alpine-ins...

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CHATURBHUJ GROUP PTY LTD/ Jaybhavani πŸ“ Southport, Gold Coast πŸ’° $80k - $85k Full-time, Permanent

Job description Jaybhavani, an established Indian vegetarian restaurant group operating across multiple locations in Australia, is currently looking for an experienced and motivated Chef to join its S...

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JJSC NOYPI PTY LTD trading as STUDIO Cafe Co πŸ“ Bundall, Gold Coast πŸ’° $79k - $89k Full-time, Permanent

Position: Chef JJSC NOYPI PTY LTD trading as STUDIO Cafe Co Location: Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 Salary: $79,000 - $89,000 per annum Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent About Us JJSC NOYPI PTY LTD tr...

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The Sir George Hotel πŸ“ Jugiong, Harden Area πŸ’° $85k - $95k Full-time, Permanent

Chef – The Sir George Hotel (Jugiong, NSW) About Us Nestled in the historic village of Jugiong, The Sir George Hotel is a beautifully restored heritage property renowned for its exceptional dining, bo...

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Nicks Restaurant Group πŸ“ Sydney CBD, Sydney πŸ’° $79k - $85k Full-time, Permanent

About the role Nick's Restaurant & Bar Group is seeking a qualified Chef who is versed in all sections of the kitchen. This is a full time position- 40 hours per week with a competitive base salary of...

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KS INVESTMENT HOLDING GROUP PTY LTD πŸ“ Blackburn, Whitehorse Area πŸ’° $80k Full-time, Permanent

Chef (Full Time) KS Investment Holding Group Pty Ltd t/a The Joy Parade, is a locally established cafΓ© located in Blackburn, Victoria. We are seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join our kitch...

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4Seasons CafΓ© Pty Ltd πŸ“ Victoria, Australia πŸ’° $75k - $85k Full-time, Permanent

Company Name: 4Seasons CafΓ© Pty Ltd t/a Four Seasons CafΓ© - Karingal Position: Chef Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 plus Super Work type: Full-time Location: Victoria About us: Four Seasons CafΓ© is a well-e...

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Sideways Deli Cafe πŸ“ Dulwich Hill, Marrickville Area πŸ’° $79k Full-time, Permanent

We are looking for a chef for our busy cafe in Dulwich Hill Objective: The Chef plans and organises the preparation and cooking of food in the restaurant. The chef is a key role with responsibility fo...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chef Salaries

How much does a Chef earn in Australia?
The average chef salary in Australia is about $76,000 per year. Entry-level roles typically start around $55,000, mid-career sits near $75,000, and senior positions reach $105,000. The full range across the country runs from roughly $50,000 to $120,000.
How much do chefs earn in Perth and WA?
The WA anomaly is remote site catering: chefs on FIFO rosters for Sodexo, Compass and ISS earn $85,000-$115,000 with accommodation, meals and flights provided, well above metropolitan restaurant rates.
What qualifications do you need to be a chef?
A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, most commonly completed as an apprenticeship over three to four years, plus a Food Safety Supervisor certificate.
Is chef a good career in Australia?
Demand is currently rated very high with strong growth expected. The WA anomaly is remote site catering: chefs on FIFO rosters for Sodexo, Compass and ISS earn $85,000-$115,000 with accommodation, meals and flights provided, well above metropolitan restaurant rates.