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Cook Job Market Data across Australia
How many Cook jobs are available in Australia?
There are currently 221 Cook jobs across Australia listed on Employment Hero, with 27 new positions added in the last 7 days, the most recent posted 6 hours ago. Full-time roles lead at 53% of listings, with temporary at 32% and part-time at 12%. Onsite roles lead the way, with 208 listings requiring onsite presence, 11 hybrid and two remote. Senior candidates are best placed with 78 roles, followed by 58 mid-level and 49 entry-level positions. Top employers currently hiring include Maestro Hospitality (10), My Muscle Chef (9) and Butterboy Retail Cookies Pty Ltd (7).
How much does a cook earn in Australia?
The median salary for a Cook in Australia is $65,768 per year, with the middle 50% of roles falling between $57,136 and $72,343. Top earners take home over $80,635. WA pays the most, with a median salary 3% above the national average.
Median salary by seniority
Median salary by state
| State | Median salary | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| WA | $67,920 | +3% |
| VIC | $67,098 | +2% |
| NSW | $65,490 | +0% |
| QLD | $65,416 | −1% |
| NT | $60,672 | −8% |
| SA | $60,388 | −8% |
| ACT | $59,671 | −9% |
| TAS | $59,016 | −10% |
| National | $65,768 | — |
Salary data is current as at September 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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