Head-Chefs for hire in Cairns, Queensland

Find head chefs who lead kitchen teams, create menu items, and ensure quality standards are met while managing food costs and maintaining cleanliness. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Cairns, Queensland to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    136

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Food Safety9%
    Leadership8%
    Cooking6%

  • Education level

    Vocational or technical training47%
    High school diploma or GED30%
    Bachelor's degree20%

  • Years of experience

    Less than a year6%
    1-2 years8%
    3-5 years24%

  • Current company

    Restaurant le g
    Altitude/ Shangri-la, Sydney
    AMO House catering

  • Time at current job

    Less than a year33%
    1-2 years10%
    2-5 years33%

Browse Indeed's database of 136 profiles for Head-Chefs in Cairns, Queensland

Last updated: 9 Sept 2026

Head Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Cairns, Queensland: $84,927 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $72,934 – $98,893 yearly

*Indeed data (AU)

  • Chef de partie

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver LicenceHospitalityRSADiplomaRestaurant ExperienceFood Preparation+1 more

    Skills

    KoreanEnglishCulinary ExperienceKnife SkillsInventory ControlCommunication Skills

  • Chef

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Certificate IVFirst Aid CertificationHospitalityMedication AdministrationCPR CertificationBudgeting+2 more

    Skills

    Retail SalesCookingKitchen ManagementRestaurant ManagementCulinary ExperienceFood Preparation

  • Chef de partie

    Cairns North, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Kitchen ManagementCulinary ArtsCertificate IVFood Handling CertificateRSAManagement

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementFood SafetyGuest ServicesRestaurant Experience

  • Head Chef

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Handling CertificateDiplomaHospitality Management

    Skills

    Culinary ExperienceTime ManagementKitchen ManagementFood SafetyCookingKitchen Experience

  • Head Chef

    Mount Peter, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationManagementPresentation Skills

    Skills

    Communication SkillsComputer SkillsProduct DevelopmentComputer LiteracyMenu PlanningResearch

  • Cooks & Chefs (All Levels)

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver LicenceRSAItalian

    Skills

    Kitchen ExperienceCookingFood Service ExperienceMenu PlanningKnife SkillsRestaurant Experience

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What's the average time to fill a head chef role?

The average time to fill a head chef role is 20 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do head-chefs tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a head chef include: food safety, leadership and cooking.

What licenses or certifications are common for a head chef?

Common licenses or certifications for head-chefs include: RSA, Driver Licence and Food Handling Certificate.

What are some job titles related to head-chefs?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to head-chefs include: chef de partie, breakfast chef and chef.

What level of education is common for a head chef?

Vocational or technical training is the most common level of education for a head chef in Cairns, Queensland, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a head chef?

Most head-chefs have 10 years of professional experience.

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