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Stop the panic when staff call in sick or you’re short for the season. ChefHire delivers reliable, pre-vetted chefs to your kitchen — fast, stress-free, and without the usual last-minute scramble.
From $35/hr, metro or remote.
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How it works
How Hiring a Chef from ChefHire Works
Hire the Right Chef in 4 Easy Steps
Whether it’s last-minute cover, long-term support, or event staffing, we make it fast and effortless.
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Tell Us What You Need
Location, role, duration - we'll handle the details.
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We Match You With the Right Chef
Hand-picked from our pool of experienced, reference-checked chefs.
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You Approve & Confirm
Review the profile, lock it in - we handle compliance and admin.
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Your Chef Arrives, Ready to Go
You focus on service. We'll handle the staffing.
Looking for skilled chefs for your business or event?
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Who We Serve
Australia-Wide Hospitality Staffing - City, Coast & Country
Whether you’re in Melbourne CBD or a remote mining camp, we’ve got your kitchen covered.
Hotels & Resorts
Buffet, à la carte or room service
Pubs & Restaurants
From pub grub to fine dining
Stadiums & Arenas
High-volume, high-speed operations
Holiday Parks
Seasonal surges, family-style dining
Hospitals & Schools
Nutrition-first chefs, vetted for care sectors
Contract Catering
Scale without stress
Events & Weddings
Short notice? Sorted.
Regional & Remote Sites
We go where others don't
Flexible Staffing. Tailored to You.
Every Kitchen. Every Role. Covered.
ChefHire offers a full range of chef staffing solutions for venues of all sizes. Whether you need a single cook or an executive head chef, our roster includes fully vetted professionals ready for temp, part-time, emergency, or long-term roles.
Maximise profits with chefs who boost your business and your bottom line
Chefs that won't let you down.
A rapid response team of chefs ready to fill in, ensuring your kitchen never misses a beat.
Adapt your staffing for fluctuating demands - never overstaffed or understaffed.
From the city to the outback , No matter how remote we have a chef to cover.
Our unique approach to sourcing chefs globally with overseas test kitchens ensures only the best chefs.
Testimonials
Trusted by Australia's Leading Hospitality Brands
From boutique restaurants to major hotel chains, over 2,000 venues trust ChefHire for their kitchen staffing needs. Join the smart operators who never worry about chef shortages.
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ChefHire saved our season.
“When our head chef left with two days' notice, they had a replacement cooking by lunch service. Professional, seamless, exactly what we needed."
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We use ChefHire for all our event catering
“Their chefs are skilled, punctual, and integrate perfectly with our existing team. Game-changers for our business."
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We recently had the pleasure of working with Chef Damien from ChefHire, and he was absolutely outstanding. He was professional, skilled, and handled pressure situations with ease and confidence. His support made a big difference to our event, and we couldn’t be more satisfied. I highly recommend ChefHire for anyone looking for exceptional cooking services.
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Chefhire has provided a reliable 2 days per week chef for our small country pub, it has helped us manage time off for our permanent chef. A great, flexible option when local staff are hard to find.
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ChefHire has helped us over the last few years with seasonal staff and has always proven to provide excellent service. They have managed to provide staff very quickly when needed at times. We have been fortunate to have had recurring staff also which is so helpful.
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ChefHire Australia consistently provides skilled and reliable chefs to help fill our temporary and casual staffing needs. Their responsiveness, support, and attention to finding the right fit for our team are invaluable. ChefHire makes the process seamless, ensuring we always have professional chefs available when needed. A fantastic service that we truly appreciate!"
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Had Azza come out with half an hours notice- was punctual, clean and aware of food safety standards- a pleasure! Kerri’s customer service was beyond helpful!
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Auscivil are happy with the service, and help from ChefHire
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We used Chef Hire when our normal chef went on a month holiday. They were so accommodating, helpful & very responsive. Luke was our chef and he was great to deal with & fitted seamlessly into a kitchen he'd never worked in. Will definitely be using them again next time the need arises and would highly recommend.
Lock in Talent Early
Secure Your Favourite Chefs Before the Rush
Big events. Holiday season. Unexpected gaps. The smartest venues pre-book with ChefHire to ensure they never get caught short-handed. Lock in your trusted staff ahead of time.
The ChefHire Difference
More Than Just Chef Placement
We’re your strategic kitchen staffing partner. While others just send bodies, we deliver solutions tailored to your venue’s unique needs.
By the Numbers
Proven Results Across Australia
ChefHire at a glance — trusted by 1,000+ venues.
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Whether you’re a CDP, Sous Chef, Head Chef or Kitchen Hand — we’ll connect you with high-quality, flexible roles that suit your skills, schedule and goals.
Work with top venues. Get paid fairly. Choose temp or perm roles.
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Read MoreGot Questions?
We’ve Got Answers
Everything you need to know about hiring with ChefHire.
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How quickly can I hire a chef through your agency?
ChefHire can place temporary chefs within hours, even for same-day requirements. Our rapid response chef recruitment service is designed for urgent staffing needs across Australia.
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What's the cost to hire agency chefs from ChefHire?
Our chef placement rates start from $35/hour with flexible pricing options. We offer transparent, competitive rates for temporary, permanent, and contract chef placements.
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Do you provide both temporary and permanent chef recruitment in Australia?
Yes, ChefHire specializes in hiring temporary chefs for short-term cover and permanent chefs for long-term positions. Our chef recruitment agency handles all employment types.
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Can I hire a chef for remote locations across Australia?
Absolutely. Our chef agencies provide Australia-wide coverage including metro, regional, and remote locations – from Melbourne CBD to mining camps.
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What types of venues do your chef placement services cover?
We hire agency chefs for hotels, restaurants, pubs, hospitals, schools, events, stadiums, and remote sites. Our chef recruitment covers all hospitality sectors.
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How do you vet chefs before placement?
Our chef recruitment agency rigorously screens all candidates with reference checks, skill assessments, and compliance verification. We only hire professional, reliable chefs.
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Can I hire the same chef repeatedly for consistent service?
Yes, you can pre-book and request specific chefs from our agency. Many venues hire their preferred temporary chefs regularly through our placement system.
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What's included when I hire a chef through your agency?
When you hire agency chefs through ChefHire, we handle all compliance, insurance, and administrative tasks. You get fully vetted, work-ready professionals.
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Does your chef agency provide emergency kitchen staffing?
Yes, ChefHire excels at emergency chef placement. Our chef recruitment team can hire temporary chefs for last-minute cancellations and urgent kitchen cover.
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How does your chef placement agency compare to hiring directly?
Our chef agencies provide pre-vetted talent, handle compliance, offer flexibility, and ensure reliable backup options – eliminating the risks of direct hiring.