Chefs for hire in Sheffield
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Most popular skills
Cooking8%Leadership5%Organisational Skills5%Education level
High school diploma or GED46%Vocational or technical training35%Bachelor's degree11%Years of experience
6-10 years40%More than 10 years40%1-2 years10%Current company
Mitchells & Butlers
Browns
Sanctuary
Time at current job
2-5 years38%More than 5 years38%Less than a year13%
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Last updated: 19 Oct 2026
Chef: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Sheffield: £33,512 yearly
- Typical salaries range from £27,367 – £41,037 yearly
*Indeed data (GB)
Restaurant manager /head chef
Sheffield
Licenses & certifications
Driving LicenceLevel 3 Food Hygiene CertificateFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 in Food SafetySkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsCulinary ExperienceCookingKitchen ExperienceChef
Sheffield
Licenses & certifications
BS 7671 IET Wiring RegulationsCar up to 3.5 TonnesElectrical ExperienceDrivingDriving LicenceCare CertificateSkills
Culinary ExperienceCookingKitchen ExperienceBakingKnife SkillsManagementSous Chef
Sheffield
Licenses & certifications
COSHH ComplianceCOVID-19 ProtocolsFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationHACCPLevel 2 in Food SafetySkills
Culinary ExperienceCookingBakingKitchen ExperienceKitchen ManagementKitchen Staff Training and MentoringSous Chef/Grill Chef
Sheffield
Licenses & certifications
Level 3 Food Hygiene CertificateFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 in Food SafetySkills
Organisational SkillsFood PreparationTechnical AptitudeCleaningKitchen ExperienceCulinary ExperienceHead Chef/Kitchen Manager
Sheffield
Licenses & certifications
Level 3 Food Hygiene CertificateFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 in Food SafetySkills
Communication SkillsFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 3 Food Hygiene CertificateLeadershipCookingChef
Sheffield
Licenses & certifications
Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 in Food SafetySkills
LeadershipTime ManagementOrganisational SkillsTeam LeadershipTeam ManagementSpanish
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What's the average time to fill a chef role?
The average time to fill a chef role is 72 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do chefs tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a chef include: cooking, leadership and organisational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for chefs?
Common licenses or certifications for chefs include: Food Hygiene Certificate, Level 2 in Food Safety and Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
What are some job titles related to chefs?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to chefs include: sous chef, restaurant manager /head chef and accredited kitchen manager.
What level of education is common for a chef?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a chef in Sheffield, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a chef?
Most chefs have 11 years of professional experience.
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