50% of professionals earn between $73,000 - $80,700 AUD
The median salary is $79,423
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The average salary for a Chef in Australia is AUD 79,423 - AUD 80,700 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 80,062 per year, based on 18,645 active job listings.
The cities with the most Chef job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide. Melbourne leads with 1,336 job openings.
Leading employers for Chef roles in Australia include Cater Care, Empow Pty Ltd, Guzman y Gomez, Hotel Flamingo, Placed Recruitment Hospitality Jobs.
Explore 18,645 Chef job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.