Chef De Partie Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 05/07/2026

Chef De Parties in Sydney earn a median salary of $78,270 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $65,021 and $85,000. That sits 18% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 52 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 71th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +19 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$65,021 – $85,000

Median: $78,270

May $80k

Jun $78k

↓ Trending down

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

Mid level

$65,187 – $85,500

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% $65,021 Median $78,270 $85,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Chef de partie listings in Sydney jumped from 33 to 52 in a month, one of the sharper demand climbs in the batch, even as the median slipped slightly to $78.3k. At that figure the role sits 17.6% below Sydney's $95k baseline, which is standard for a mid-tier kitchen role rather than a red flag. Sydney pays about $3k more than Melbourne for the same station. The volume signals a hospitality sector short on skilled line chefs, not one paying up for them.

Take Home Pay (based on median $78,270)

Weekly (net)

~$1,169

Monthly (net)

~$5,067

Annual (net)

~$60,800

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $87,271

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?

Chefs de partie in Sydney start near the $65k p10 and cluster at the $78.3k median. Fine-dining or hatted-venue experience, plus a section speciality (pastry, larder, grill), is what moves someone toward the $85k top of the band.

Is $78,270 a good salary in Sydney?

Depends. At $78.3k the median trails Sydney's $95k baseline and nets about $61k, tight for the city, but it is normal pay for a section chef rather than a head. With demand rising and pay flat, the leverage is in stepping up to sous or head chef, where medians reach $85k to $100k.

How much does a Senior Chef De Partie make in Sydney?

The sample shows a single mid band topping near $85k, not a senior tier. The pay jump comes from the title change to sous chef and then head chef, where Sydney medians climb to $85k and $100k for those running a section or a full kitchen.

Other roles in Sydney

Chef De Partie salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Sydney
Sydney (this page)	$78,270	—
Melbourne	$75,250	-4%

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