What do Chefs/Cooks roles pay?
Across 608 jobs advertised in Hospitality & Tourism on Seek Australia, Chefs/Cooks positions typically advertise between $57,500 and $152,500 AUD a year, with a typical midpoint around $82,500. Ranges are entered by the advertiser, so treat them as a negotiation guide rather than a guarantee.
Common roles
| Role | Typical mid | Sample |
|---|---|---|
| Chef | $83k | 118 jobs |
| Head Chef | $98k | 117 jobs |
| Chef de Partie | $73k | 47 jobs |
| Executive Chef | $123k | 44 jobs |
| Sous Chef | $88k | 41 jobs |
| Cook | $68k | 26 jobs |
| Commis Chef | $63k | 17 jobs |
| Fly in Fly Out Chef | $98k | 17 jobs |
Related in Hospitality & Tourism
- Management $68k – $203k
- Front Office & Guest Services $48k – $123k
- Travel Agents/Consultants $58k – $123k
- Airlines $48k – $153k
- Kitchen & Sandwich Hands $38k – $103k
- Bar & Beverage Staff $53k – $103k
- Housekeeping $48k – $123k
- Waiting Staff $48k – $103k