Chefs for hire in York

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    1,039

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Cooking13%
    Kitchen Experience9%
    Communication Skills7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED43%
    Vocational or technical training26%
    Bachelor's degree20%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year6%
    1-2 years6%
    3-5 years24%
  • Current company

    YCL- York University
    07 03 2012 Royal Hotel,
    7bone Burger Co
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year17%
    1-2 years23%
    2-5 years40%

Browse Indeed's database of 1,039 profiles for Chefs in York

Last updated: 12 Aug 2026

Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in York: £33,907 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £27,983£41,085 yearly

*Indeed data (GB)

  • Ward Manager

    York

    Licenses & certifications

    NMCNursingWorking with Individuals with Mental Health ConditionsCar up to 3.5 TonnesDriving Licence

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsDementia CareExperience Working with Individuals with DementiaInfection Prevention & ControlExperience Working with Individuals with Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Head Chef/Kitchen Manager

    York

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneCar up to 3.5 TonnesDrivingDriving LicenceFood Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    LeadershipCookingFood SafetyFood ProductionCulinary ExperienceFood Preparation
  • Chef

    York

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneDBS Check ProcessingCar up to 3.5 TonnesDriving LicenceFood Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    LeadershipFood PreparationFood SafetyKitchen ExperienceCookingRestaurant Experience
  • Chef de Partie

    York

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneCar up to 3.5 TonnesDriving LicenceFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipCooking
  • Chef

    York

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneCar up to 3.5 TonnesDriving LicenceFood Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    LeadershipOrganisational SkillsCookingKitchen ExperienceFood SafetyChef Experience
  • Commis Chef

    York

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    CookingKitchen ExperienceFood SafetyFood PreparationKnife SkillsEnglish

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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, kitchen experience and communication skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for a Chef?

Common licenses or certifications for chefs include: Food Hygiene Certificate, Driving Licence 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: commis chef, chef de partie and ward 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 York, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a Chef?

Most chefs have 9 years of professional experience.

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