How much does a Executive Chef earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Executive Chef in Australia ranges from AUD 76,515 to AUD 78,007 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 410 job listings

Salary Guide

Executive Chef Salary in Australia

Based on 410 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$76,515 - $78,007

Median salary

$76,515 - $78,007

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$61K

25th percentile$76K

Median$77K

75th percentile$78K

90th percentile$90K

50% of professionals earn between $76,215 - $78,007 AUD

The median salary is $76,515

Top cities

Melbourne42 job openings

Council Of The City Of Sydney31 job openings

Brisbane29 job openings

Top companies hiring

Placed Recruitment8

Accor1

Novotel1

Pullman Hotels & Resorts1

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Executive Chef

410 job openings

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The average salary for a Executive Chef in Australia is AUD 76,515 - AUD 78,007 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 77,261 per year, based on 410 active job listings.

The cities with the most Executive Chef job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Council Of The City Of Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast City, Canberra. Melbourne leads with 42 job openings.

Leading employers for Executive Chef roles in Australia include Placed Recruitment, Accor, Novotel, Pullman Hotels & Resorts.

Explore 410 Executive Chef job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.