50% of professionals earn between $63,945 - $78,750 NZD
The median salary is $68,503
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The average salary for a Chef in New Zealand is NZD 68,503 - NZD 78,750 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 73,627 per year, based on 4,907 active job listings.
The cities with the most Chef job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Queenstown, Hamilton. Auckland leads with 1,093 job openings.
Leading employers for Chef roles in New Zealand include Hilton, Oaks Hotels, Resorts & Suites, Compass Group New Zealand, NZ Venue Co LTD, Ryman Healthcare.
Explore 4,907 Chef job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.