Head Chefs for hire in Gold Coast, 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 Gold Coast, Queensland to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    502

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Food Safety
    8%
    Food Preparation
    7%
    Cooking
    6%

  • Education level

    Vocational or technical training
    69%
    Bachelor's degree
    17%
    High school diploma or GED
    11%

  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    40%
    3-5 years
    20%
    6-10 years
    20%

  • Current company

    • ESS Compass Group
    • Marriott Brisbane
    • HMSHost by Avolta

  • Time at current job

    Less than a year
    43%
    1-2 years
    29%
    2-5 years
    29%

Browse Indeed's database of 502 profiles for Head Chefs in Gold Coast, Queensland

Last updated: 23 Oct 2026

Head Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Gold Coast, Queensland: $91,313 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $74,690 – $111,636 yearly

*Indeed data (AU)

  • Chef de partie

    Southport, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Culinary ArtsDiploma of Hospitality ManagementCertificate IVCertificate IV in Kitchen Management (SIT40521)Certificate IIIDiploma+1 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementCookingFood PreparationManagementIngredient PreparationBasic Knife Skills

  • Head chef

    Surfers Paradise, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Human Resources

    Skills

    LeadershipFood SafetyCookingRestaurant ManagementMenu PlanningKitchen Experience

  • Commis Chef

    Arundel, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety Supervisors CertificateUse Hygienic Practices for Food Safety (SITXFSA005)RSA

    Skills

    Food SafetyFood PreparationFood HandlingFood Handling CertificateKitchen ExperienceFood Service Experience

  • Head Chef

    Chirn Park, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety Supervisors CertificateFirst Aid CertificationCPR Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipHospitality ManagementCulinary ArtsHazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)Food SafetyLabour Cost Analysis

  • Chef

    Palm Beach, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Culinary ArtsCertificate IVCertificate IV in Kitchen Management (SIT40521)Certificate IIIHospitality Management

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementSteam CookingRestaurant Kitchen ExperienceKitchen HygieneBilingual

  • Head Chef

    Burleigh Town, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver LicenceWSET Level 2 Award in WinesAdvanced DiplomaFirst Aid CertificationCertificate IIDiploma+1 more

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsOperating Expense BudgetingFood & Beverage Industry Purchasing ExperienceVendor Relationship BuildingCost Management

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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, food preparation and cooking.

What licenses or certifications are common for head chefs?

Common licenses or certifications for head chefs include: Certificate III, Certificate IV 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 commis 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 Gold Coast, Queensland, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most head chefs have 9 years of professional experience.

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