How much does a Chef earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Chef in New Zealand ranges from NZD 50,500 to NZD 87,500 NZD per year, depending on experience and location.

The average salary for a Chef in New Zealand is NZD 60,500 - NZD 79,000 per year.

Chef Salary in New Zealand

Salary estimate - 2026

Average salary

$50,500 - $87,500

Median salary

$60,500 - $79,000

Lower rangeUpper range

10th percentile$38K

25th percentile$51K

Median$71K

75th percentile$88K

90th percentile$112K

50% of professionals earn between $50,500 - $87,500 NZD

The median salary is $70,500

Unlock percentiles, experience bands and a printable salary report from current market data.

NZD 50,500 - 87,5000%

NZD 62,600 - 90,000+11%

NZD 52,900 - 76,200-6%

NZD 50,000 - 72,000-12%

NZD 43,300 - 62,300-23%

NZD 40,400 - 58,200-29%

NZD 27,000 - 55,500-40%

NZD 50,000 - 90,500+2%

NZD 50,000 - 94,000+4%

NZD 50,000 - 94,000+4%

Chef

Chef - New Zealand 2026: NZD 50,500 - NZD 87,500. NZD 69,750 (median).