Chef Salary in Perth (2026)

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Chefs in Perth earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $69,500 and $83,200. That sits 16% below Perth's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 30 jobs advertised in Perth in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 57th percentile by listing volume in Perth ↑ +2 listings vs last month
💰 Chef · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$69,500 – $83,200
Median: $80,000
Jun $79k
Jul $80k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $69,000 – $83,400
Overall $69k–$83k Mid $69k–$83k $66k $70k $74k $78k $82k $85k
Moderate confidence 30 listings (+2 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 30 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 50.0% stated a salary directly. The remaining 50.0% 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.

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Bottom 10%  $69,500 Median  $80,000 $83,200  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

At 17% the spread here is the tightest of any chef market in this report, running $69,000 to $83,000, so there is almost no room to negotiate past the band. Perth's $80,000 median ties with Newcastle and Sydney for the highest in the country, ahead of Melbourne at $79,000 and Brisbane at $77,000. Listings were flat at 30 against 28 and the median moved $625. At 50% salary disclosure the figure is reasonably 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 in Perth?
Entry is $69,000, the highest chef floor in this data, which reflects Perth's persistent hospitality staffing shortages. Cook roles at $70,000 overlap with the bottom of this band entirely. Section experience and a Certificate III are what move someone toward the $83,000 ceiling.
Is $80,000 a good salary in Perth?
No, though it is the best chef market available. At $80,000 a chef earns 15.8% below Perth's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,191 a week and moderate living costs. Perth's mining-inflated city median makes that gap look worse than the national comparison does. The high floor is the real advantage here.
How much does a Senior Chef make in Perth?
The ceiling is $83,000, only $3,000 above the median, making this the most compressed chef range in the report. Head chef and venue-level roles are what pay beyond it. With a 17% spread, moving venue type or city achieves more than seniority ever will.

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Chef salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Perth
Perth (this page) $80,000 0%
Newcastle $80,000 ~same
Sydney $80,000 ~same
Melbourne $79,500 ~same
Brisbane $77,500 -3%

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