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Kitchen Chef

Average Kitchen Chef with Food Safety Skills Hourly Pay in Newcastle, New South Wales

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AU$27.44
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (AUD)
25%
A$23.01
MEDIAN
A$27.44
75%
A$28.95

The average hourly pay for a Kitchen Chef is AU$27.44 in 2025

Hourly Rate
AU$23 - AU$29
Total Pay
AU$48k - AU$60k
Based on 7 salary profiles (last updated Dec 17 2022)
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What Do Kitchen Chefs Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Kitchen Chef

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Gender Breakdown for Kitchen Chefs

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 2 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Kitchen Chefs

What is the highest pay for Kitchen Chefs in Newcastle?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Kitchen Chef in Newcastle is A$NaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Kitchen Chefs in Newcastle?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Kitchen Chef in Newcastle is A$NaN / hour

How can Kitchen Chefs increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Kitchen 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 a Kitchen Chef that oversees more junior Kitchen Chefs, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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What your skills are worth in the job market is constantly changing.
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