50% of professionals earn between $75,000 - $81,500 AUD
The median salary is $76,758
The average salary for a Chef in Australia is AUD 76,758 - AUD 81,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 79,129 per year, based on 25,558 active job listings.
The cities with the most Chef job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Gold Coast. Melbourne leads with 1,542 job openings.
Leading employers for Chef roles in Australia include NewsNowGh, endeavour group careers, Australian Paralegal Services Pty Ltd, Southport Sharks, Beaumonde Catering.
Explore 25,558 Chef job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.