Commis Chef Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Commis Chefs in Sydney earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $50,000 and $80,000. That sits 28% below Sydney's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 26 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 35th percentile by listing volume in Sydney
💰 Commis Chef · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$50,000 – $80,000
Median: $65,000
Mid level $50,000 – $80,000
Overall $50k–$80k Mid $50k–$80k $48k $55k $62k $68k $75k $82k

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 26 job listings for this role in Sydney, advertised across Australian job boards, government job boards and employer career sites. 15.4% of those listings showed the salary in the ad. The other 84.6% hid it, so we used the pay bracket the job board files the listing under. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small, so treat these figures as indicative.

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Understanding the Sydney Market

Commis chef is new to the Sydney report, with 26 listings at a $65,000 median spread across 24 different kitchens. Only 15% of ads showed a salary, low even for hospitality. The $50,000 to $80,000 range is wide for an entry kitchen role, which reflects the gap between apprentice-style positions and hotel or group kitchens.

Take Home Pay (based on median $65,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,003
Monthly (net)
~$4,344
Annual (net)
~$52,133
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $72,475

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 Commis Chef in Sydney?
Entry is around $50,000. A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, completed or in progress, is the main requirement.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Sydney?
No. $65,000 is 27.8% below Sydney's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home around $1,003 a week.
How much does a Senior Commis Chef make in Sydney?
The title tops out around $80,000, which matches the Sydney chef de partie median. Moving up to running a section is the natural next step.

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Commis Chef salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $65,000 0%
Melbourne $65,000 ~same

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