Chef De Partie Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Chef De Parties in Melbourne earn a median salary of $77,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $85,000. That sits 14% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 44 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 64th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +8 listings vs last month
💰 Chef De Partie · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$60,000 – $85,000
Median: $77,500
Jun $75k
Jul $77k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $60,000 – $85,000
Overall $60k–$85k Mid $60k–$85k $58k $64k $69k $75k $81k $87k
Moderate confidence 44 listings (+8 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 44 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 43.2% stated a salary directly. The remaining 56.8% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Understanding the Melbourne Market

Chef de partie pay rose $2,250 to $77,000, sitting $2,000 below general chef roles at $79,000 and $6,000 under sous chefs at $83,000. That three-step ladder spanning just $6,000 is the defining feature of Melbourne kitchen pay. Brisbane and Sydney both pay $80,000 for this title, leaving Melbourne last despite higher costs. Listings grew from 36 to 44 and 43% stated a salary.

Take Home Pay (based on median $77,500)

Weekly (net)
~$1,160
Monthly (net)
~$5,025
Annual (net)
~$60,296
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $86,412

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 Melbourne?
Entry is $60,000, typically a commis chef stepping up to run a section. Certificate III in Commercial Cookery is the standard qualification and section ownership is the practical requirement. Larder, sauce and pastry sections each price slightly differently, with pastry usually at the top.
Is $77,500 a good salary in Melbourne?
No. At $77,000 a chef de partie earns 13.9% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,160 a week against high living costs. Brisbane and Sydney both pay $3,000 more for the same title. The wider issue is that the whole chef ladder in Melbourne spans only $6,000.
How much does a Senior Chef De Partie make in Melbourne?
The ceiling is $85,000, identical to the chef and sous chef ceilings, so the three titles converge completely at the top. Sous chef at $83,000 is the next step and is worth $6,000 on median. Meaningful progression requires head chef or venue-level roles rather than moving up the section hierarchy.

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Chef De Partie salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $77,500 0%
Brisbane $80,000 +3%
Sydney $80,000 +3%

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