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Salary Expectations
| Job Title | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| Chef | $17.20 - $28.85 |
| Cook | $17.20 - $22.00 |
Chef
The average head chef gross salary in Toronto is $118,769 ($57/hour). This salary is 12% higher than the average head chef salary in Canada. They may earn an average bonus of $4,561. An entry level head chef average salary is $83,974, while a senior level head chef’s average salary is $147,166. A head chef's salary potential is estimated to increase 10% over five years.*
The estimated total pay for Certified Red Seal Cook in Canada is $66,544, including additional pay which could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing.**
Salary is dependent upon job title and is influenced by experience, education and talent. A Red Seal endorsement or other certifications can increase salary. Tips, bonuses, benefits and profit sharing can also increase income. The type of establishment a chef is employed by as well as location can affect salary expectations.***
*Source: SalaryExpert
**Source: Glassdoor
***Source: Career Trend
Labour Market Conditions
Chef
Labour demand and labour supply are expected to be broadly in line through 2031 nationwide. The projected number of job seekers is expected to substantially surpass the projected number of job openings, significantly enough to eliminate the shortage situation seen over the 2019-2021 period, returning this occupation to balanced conditions.
Ontario expects a good outlook, with employment growth leading to several new positions and a moderate number of positions becoming available due to retirements. Employment growth will stem from a high number of restaurants in the province supporting opportunities for chefs, elevated levels of travel and tourism activity, and opportunities in the ethnic cuisine market and specialized eateries. The majority in this occupation group are employed in restaurants.
Cook
The national labour demand and labour supply are expected to be broadly in line for this occupation group over the 2022-2031 period. The projected number of job seekers is expected to substantially surpass the projected number of job openings, significantly enough to eliminate the shortage situation seen over the 2019-2021 period, returning this occupation to balance conditions through 2031.
Good job prospects are expected in Ontario through 2025, with employment growth leading to several new positions and a moderate number of positions from retirements. The high number of restaurants in the province will support opportunities for cooks, along with investments in new nursing and long-term care facilities in Ontario, elevated levels of travel and tourism activity expected over the forecast period, and opportunities in the ethnic cuisine market and specialized eateries. Most are employed in full-service restaurants and limited service eating places, plus nursing and residential care facilities.