Chefs for hire in York

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    1,031

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  • Most popular skills

    Cooking10%
    Kitchen Experience9%
    Knife Skills8%
  • Education level

    Vocational or technical training33%
    High school diploma or GED30%
    Bachelor's degree18%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year12%
    1-2 years4%
    3-5 years16%
  • Current company

    The White Horse Pub
    07 03 2012 Royal Hotel,
    Aldwark manor estate
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year25%
    1-2 years19%
    2-5 years38%

Browse Indeed's database of 1,031 profiles for Chefs in York

Last updated: 4 Sept 2026

Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in York: £33,775 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £27,808£41,021 yearly

*Indeed data (GB)

  • Assistant Service Manager

    York

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneExperience Working with Individuals with AutismFirst AidTube FeedingFirst Aid CertificationMedication Administration+2 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsCare CertificateHome HealthMicrosoft PowerpointMicrosoft Word
  • Commis Chef

    York

    Licenses & certifications

    First AidFirst Aid CertificationHospitalityBarista Coffee MakingBarista ExperienceCoffee Experience

    Skills

    Host/Hostess ExperienceCustomer ServiceFront DeskHospitalityGreeting and Seating GuestsHosting Experience
  • 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
  • Company Cover Chef

    York

    Licenses & certifications

    Car up to 3.5 TonnesFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationDrivingDriving Licence

    Skills

    Driving LicenceCar up to 3.5 TonnesDrivingFirst Aid
  • Chef

    York

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneCar up to 3.5 TonnesDriving LicenceFood Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    LeadershipOrganisational SkillsCookingKitchen ExperienceFood SafetyChef Experience

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What's the average time to fill a chef role?

The average time to fill a chef role is 73 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 knife skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for a chef?

Common licenses or certifications for chefs include: Food Hygiene Certificate, Driving Licence and Car up to 3 5 Tonnes.

What are some job titles related to chefs?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to chefs include: assistant service manager, company cover chef and sous-chef.

What level of education is common for a chef?

Vocational or technical training 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 12 years of professional experience.

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