Salary of Head Chef in New Zealand 2026

How much does a Head Chef earn?

NZD 120,000 / Annual
Based on 28 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 110,000 Average salary: NZD 120,000 Maximum: NZD 10,833

Minimum
NZD 110,000 Average salary
NZD 120,000 Maximum
NZD 10,833

NZD 10,000 / Monthly
Based on 28 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 9,167 Average salary: NZD 10,000 Maximum: NZD 903

Minimum
NZD 9,167 Average salary
NZD 10,000 Maximum
NZD 903

NZD 333 / Daily
Based on 28 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 306 Average salary: NZD 333 Maximum: NZD 30

Minimum
NZD 306 Average salary
NZD 333 Maximum
NZD 30

NZD 62 / Hourly
Based on 28 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: NZD 57 Average salary: NZD 62 Maximum: NZD 6

Minimum
NZD 57 Average salary
NZD 62 Maximum
NZD 6

Salary data updated: September 2026

Salary of Head Chef in New Zealand

Head Chef

Found at: Sourcestack New Zealand - 2 days ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Oaks Hotels Full-time

Company DescriptionMinor Hotels is one of Australasia’s largest accommodation providers, managing over 70 properties...
Head Chef

Found at: Sourcestack New Zealand - 2 days ago

Auckland, Auckland CBD, New Zealand Stonewood Group Full-time

HEAD CHEF – HOTEL & ROOFTOP DINING Location: 280 Queen Street, AucklandReports To: General ManagerDirect Reports: Sous...
Head Chef

Found at: Sourcestack New Zealand - 2 days ago

Mount Maunganui, Tauranga, New Zealand Star Group Full-time

Packed with flavour and character, Master Kong is the ultimate Asian fusion experience conveniently located at the...

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Executive Director - Commercial and Advisory	NZD 16,596	View listings

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FAQ - Head Chef

The average salary for Head Chef is AUD120,000 per year in New Zealand. Salary estimates are based on 28 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Head Chef in New Zealand.

The lowest salary of Head Chef per year in New Zealand is AUD110,000

The highest salary for Head Chef per year in New Zealand is AUD10,833

Data updated: September 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in New Zealand. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 28 job postings with salary.