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Chef salary in Canada

How much does a Chef make in Canada?

Average base salary

$26.92

The average salary for a chef is $26.92 per hour in Canada. 3.7k salaries reported, updated at September 20, 2026

Chef job openings in Canada

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Cook/Chef
MAMA LA
Lethbridge, AB
$18–$25 an hour
Full-time
3 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Chef in Canada

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Newfoundland and Labrador Hydr...
 
$213,335per year
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McMaster University
 
$177,370per year
Vancouver Community College
 
$143,508per year
Intact
 
$142,680per year
L3Harris
 
$138,500per year
GN CORPORATIONS INC.
 
$135,000per year

Highest paying cities for Chefs near Canada

  1. Surrey, BC
    $30.61 per hour
  2. Brampton, ON
    $30.33 per hour
  3. Toronto, ON
    $30.24 per hour
  4. Milton, ON
    $30.08 per hour
  5. Vancouver, BC
    $29.80 per hour

Where can a Chef earn more?

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Chef

The average salary for a Chef is $26.92 per hour in Canada. This figure is based on 3.7k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 20, 2026.

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Chef salaries typically range between a low of $18.15 and a high of $41.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Chef include Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro ($213,335 per year) and McMaster University ($177,370 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Chef salary compares to related positions:

  • Assistant Chef: Average $23.23 per hour
  • Entry Level Chef: Average $18.15 per hour
  • Head Chef: Average $61,109 per year
  • Junior Chef: Average $23.34 per hour
  • Sous Chef: Average $25.36 per hour

How much do similar professions as Chef get paid in Canada?

Assistant Chef

Job openings
Average $23.23 per hour