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Executive Chef

Average Executive Chef with People Management Skills Salary in Melbourne, Victoria

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AU$80,168
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (AUD)
10%
A$70k
MEDIAN
A$80k
90%
A$111k

The average salary for an Executive Chef is AU$80,168 in 2025

Base Salary
AU$70k - AU$111k
Bonus
AU$0 - AU$12k
Total Pay
AU$70k - AU$111k
Based on 10 salary profiles (last updated Jan 26 2021)
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What Do Executive Chefs Do?

Executive Chef Tasks
  • Develop menus, special dishes and supervise food preparation.
  • Oversee back of house labor percentages and budgets, cost of goods sold and other expenses.
  • Manage all food and beverage operations, quality and related costs.
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Common Health Benefits for a Executive Chef

None
100%

Gender Breakdown for Executive Chefs

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 6 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Executive Chefs

What is the highest pay for Executive Chefs in Melbourne?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Executive Chef in Melbourne is A$111k / year

What is the lowest pay for Executive Chefs in Melbourne?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Executive Chef in Melbourne is A$70k / year

How can Executive Chefs increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Executive Chef is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Executive Chef that oversees more junior Executive Chefs, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

WHAT AM I WORTH?
What your skills are worth in the job market is constantly changing.
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