Chef De Partie Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated

Chef De Parties in Sydney earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $65,000 and $95,000. That sits 16% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 78 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 12% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +32 listings vs last month
💰 Chef De Partie · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$65,000 – $95,000
Median: $80,000
Aug $80k
Sep $80k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $65,000 – $95,000
Overall $65k–$95k Mid $65k–$95k $63k $70k $76k $83k $90k $97k
High confidence 78 listings (+32 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 78 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 35.0% stated a salary directly. The remaining 65.0% 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.

Where does your salary sit?
Enter your salary to see where you rank.
Bottom 10%  $65,000 Median  $80,000 $95,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney is the best-paying chef de partie market in the country at $80,000, with Melbourne and Perth both at $75,000. Listings rose 70% from 46 to 78, the sharpest expansion in Sydney hospitality this month, with the median unchanged. The role pays $1,000 more than general chef listings in the same city, which is unusual since the section title normally sits below. At 35% salary disclosure the figure is moderately supported.

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 is $65,000, 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 $80,000 a good salary in Sydney?
No. At $80,000 a chef de partie earns 15.8% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,191 a week against the highest living costs in this report. It does lead the country for this title by $5,000. Sous chef at $85,000 is the next step and worth $5,000.
How much does a Senior Chef De Partie make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $95,000, well above the sous chef median of $85,000, so a senior section chef can out-earn the next title up. That overlap means venue type matters more than title progression here. Restaurant management at $86,000 is the adjacent route out of the kitchen hierarchy.

Other roles in Sydney

Chef De Partie salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $80,000 0%
Melbourne $75,000 -6%
Perth $75,000 -6%

Uncover hidden salary ranges on Seek

Paste any job URL to bypass the "competitive salary" text and see the exact employer budget instantly.

Check a Listing Install Extension

Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.