Head chef salary in Australia

The average salary for a Head Chef is $84,492 per year in Australia. This figure is based on 1.4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 7 September 2026.

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Head Chef salaries typically range between a low of $67,126 and a high of $106,350 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Head Chef include Brisbane QLD at $93,612 per year, Sydney NSW at $93,380 per year and Perth WA at $91,836 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Head Chef include Programmed ($135,000 per year) and The Grounds of Alexandria ($115,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Head Chef salary compares to related positions:

• Assistant Chef: Average $56,249 per year
• Chef: Average $75,245 per year
• Entry Level Chef: Average $34.69 per hour
• Junior Chef: Average $65,773 per year
• Sous Chef: Average $78,395 per year