50% of professionals earn between $60,001 - $77,000 AUD
The median salary is $74,000
The average salary for a Chef in Australia is AUD 74,000 - AUD 77,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 75,500 per year, based on 24,735 active job listings.
The cities with the most Chef job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Sydney, Gold Coast, Brisbane, Adelaide. Melbourne leads with 1,904 job openings.
Leading employers for Chef roles in Australia include Australia Chef Migration, Cater Care, Delaware North, Australia & New Zealand, Accor, Endeavour Group.
Explore 24,735 Chef job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.