Chef salary in Canada

The average salary for a Chef is $27.42 per hour in Canada. This figure is based on 4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 16, 2026.

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Chef salaries typically range between a low of $18.15 and a high of $41.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Chef include Surrey, BC at $31.67 per hour, Brampton, ON at $31.30 per hour and Milton, ON at $30.43 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Chef include Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro (US$213,335 per year) and McMaster University (US$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 $23.14 per hour
• Entry Level Chef: Average $18.15 per hour
• Head Chef: Average $60,820 per year
• Junior Chef: Average $22.28 per hour
• Sous Chef: Average $25.47 per hour