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Chefs salary in

Current salary band

$55k

Low

$65k

Average

$76k

High

UP

21%

The average salary for Chefs in New Zealand has increased over the last 5 years

Source: Trade Me

Data as of Jun 30, 2026 NZDT

Average salary for Chefs in New Zealand over time

Chefs jobs in New Zealand

Explore the highest paying jobs listed for Chefs in New Zealand.

Auckland | Listed: 8 days ago

Head Chef - Qantas Lounge, Auckland Airport

Compass Group NZ

Wellington | Listed: 20 days ago

Canterbury | Listed: 5 days ago

Head Chef - University of Canterbury

Be an early applicant

Wellington | Listed: 30 days ago

Head chef / senior sous chef wanted

Madama Butterfly Asian Eatery & Bar

Job closes tomorrow

Auckland | Listed: 4 days ago

Head Chef - Strata Lounge, Auckland Airport

Compass Group NZ

Be an early applicant

Which region pays the most according to Trade Me listings?

1^st

2^nd

3^rd

Wellington

$68,071

Canterbury

$65,136

Auckland

$64,715

Source: Trade Me

Data as of Jun 30, 2026 NZDT