Head Chefs for hire in Darwin, Northern Territory

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 Darwin, Northern Territory to make your hiring faster and simpler.

  • Ready to work now

    135

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Food Safety
    9%
    Cooking
    8%
    Food Preparation
    8%

  • Education level

    Vocational or technical training
    47%
    Bachelor's degree
    35%
    Master's degree
    12%

  • Years of experience

    3-5 years
    50%
    1-2 years
    20%
    6-10 years
    20%

  • Current company

    • ALH Hotels
    • Pastry and Bakery
    • Works as Darwin Turf Club

  • Time at current job

    Less than a year
    80%
    1-2 years
    20%

Browse Indeed's database of 135 profiles for Head Chefs in Darwin, Northern Territory

Last updated: 24 Oct 2026

Head Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Darwin, Northern Territory: $87,046 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $76,104 – $99,562 yearly

*Indeed data (AU)

  • Chef

    Darwin, Northern Territory

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver LicenceWorking with Children CheckCertificate IIIRSA

    Skills

    Barista ExperienceTime ManagementCookingFood PreparationKitchen HygieneFood Safety

  • Mine Site Chef / Catering Assistant

    Darwin, Northern Territory

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety Supervisors CertificateRCGRSA

    Skills

    Time ManagementCookingBulk CookingHazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)Food SafetyFood Preparation

  • Chef

    Darwin, Northern Territory

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver LicenceCertificate IVCertificate IV in Kitchen Management (SIT40521)RSADiplomaHospitality Management

    Skills

    Food ProductionFood HandlingCookingMeal PreparationFood PreparationBulk Cooking

  • Chef

    Millner, Northern Territory

    Licenses & certifications

    Full Driver LicenceFirst Aid CertificationWorking with Children Check

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsMenu PlanningPlatingFood SafetyTeam Leadership

  • Chef

    Palmerston, Northern Territory

    Licenses & certifications

    Culinary ArtsCertificate IVDiploma of Hospitality ManagementDiplomaHospitality Management

    Skills

    Time ManagementPlatingIngredient PreparationMise En PlaceHazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)Food Safety

  • Commis Chef

    Muirhead, Northern Territory

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver LicenceCulinary ArtsCertificate IVDiploma of Hospitality ManagementFood Handling CertificateDiploma+1 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementKitchen HygieneKitchen Health and Safety StandardsGrillingFood HeatingCooking

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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 17 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, cooking and food preparation.

What licenses or certifications are common for head chefs?

Common licenses or certifications for head chefs include: Certificate IV, First Aid Certification and Driver Licence.

What are some job titles related to head chefs?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to head chefs include: chef, commis chef and WORK EXPERIENCE 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 Darwin, Northern Territory, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most head chefs have 3 years of professional experience.

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