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Chef Job Market Data across Australia
How many Chef jobs are available in Australia?
There are currently 226 Chef jobs across Australia listed on Employment Hero, with 29 new positions added in the last 7 days, the most recent posted 1 day ago. Full-time roles lead at 57% of listings, with temporary at 31%. Onsite roles lead the way, with 217 listings requiring onsite presence, eight hybrid and one remote. Senior candidates are best placed with 74 roles, followed by 60 entry-level and 56 mid-level positions. Top employers currently hiring include SRG Hospitality (16), Maestro Hospitality (10) and El Jannah Stores (8).
How much does a chef earn in Australia?
The median salary for a Chef in Australia is $76,130 per year, with the middle 50% of roles falling between $67,309 and $92,307. Top earners take home over $110,574. WA pays the most, with a median salary 12% above the national average.
$76,130 median salary per year
Head roles earn about 21% more than the national median.
| State | Median salary | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| WA | $85,225 | +11.9% above the national median |
| SA | $78,843 | +3.6% above the national median |
| NT | $78,470 | +3.1% above the national median |
| ACT | $75,955 | Level with the national median |
| NSW | $75,246 | −1.2% below the national median |
| VIC | $75,136 | −1.3% below the national median |
| QLD | $74,715 | −1.9% below the national median |
| TAS | $67,081 | −11.9% below the national median |
| Australia | $76,130 | Baseline |
Salary data is current as at November 2026 and provided as general information only, based on Employment Hero jobs data. While believed accurate, it has not been independently verified and Employment Hero does not accept responsibility for any inaccuracy. This information should not be relied on as financial or career advice — seek independent advice before making employment or salary decisions.
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