Chef De Partie Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Chef De Parties in Sydney earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $68,800 and $92,298. That sits 12% below Sydney's all-roles median of $90,726. Figures are based on 33 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 55th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↓ -13 listings vs last month
💰 Chef De Partie · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$68,800 – $92,298
Median: $80,000
Apr $77k
May $80k
↑ Trending up

Based on 2-month data — short-term movement only.

Mid level $68,800 – $92,298
Overall $68k–$92k Mid $68k–$92k $66k $72k $78k $83k $89k $95k
Moderate confidence 33 listings (-13 vs last month) · 01/06/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10%  $68,800 Median  $80,000 $92,298  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney Chef de Partie listings dropped by 13 from April to 33 while the median increased $2,475 to $80,000. The demand reduction with a pay increase suggests the remaining listings are at the higher-quality, better-paying end of the market. The 29% spread from $68k to $92k is slightly wider than Melbourne. At 12% below Sydney's all-roles median, this is below market, but the pay is meaningfully higher than the standard Chef level in the same city.

Take Home Pay (based on median $80,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,191
Monthly (net)
~$5,161
Annual (net)
~$61,933
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $89,200

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Chef De Partie in Sydney?
Entry-level Chef de Partie in Sydney earn $68,800 to $80,000 at the mid level (33 listings). Sydney's fine dining and hotel kitchen environments are the primary employers for this role, and a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience in brigade kitchen service is the standard background.
Is $80,000 a good salary in Sydney?
At $80,000 and 12% below Sydney's all-roles median, this is below market for a high-cost city. Sydney's Chef de Partie premium over Melbourne ($2,500) is modest. The Sous Chef role in Sydney pays $85,000, and that is the direct next step in kitchen hierarchy and pay.
How much does a Senior Chef De Partie make in Sydney?
Sydney Chef de Partie roles cap around $92,298. Moving into Sous Chef ($85,000 median) and then Head Chef ($100,000) is the standard progression. Both titles carry higher medians in Sydney than in Melbourne, confirming the incremental city premium at higher kitchen seniority levels.

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Chef De Partie salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $80,000 —
Melbourne $77,500 -3%

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