How much does a Executive Chef earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Executive Chef in Australia ranges from AUD 109,750 to AUD 140,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 408 job listings

Salary Guide

Executive Chef Salary in Australia

Based on 408 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$109,750 - $140,000

Median salary

$109,750 - $140,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$64K

25th percentile$79K

Median$110K

75th percentile$140K

90th percentile$161K

50% of professionals earn between $79,474 - $140,000 AUD

The median salary is $109,750

Top cities

Sydney31 job openings

Melbourne28 job openings

Brisbane26 job openings

Council Of The City Of Sydney23 job openings

Top companies hiring

Mantra Group7

Placed Recruitment Hospitality Jobs5

Accor1

Cable Beach Club Resort u00261

Gusto Riverfront Restaurant1

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Executive Chef

408 job openings

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The average salary for a Executive Chef in Australia is AUD 109,750 - AUD 140,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 124,875 per year, based on 408 active job listings.

The cities with the most Executive Chef job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Council Of The City Of Sydney, Hobart. Sydney leads with 31 job openings.

Leading employers for Executive Chef roles in Australia include Mantra Group, Placed Recruitment Hospitality Jobs, Accor, Cable Beach Club Resort u0026, Gusto Riverfront Restaurant.

Explore 408 Executive Chef job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.