Head-Chefs for hire in Aberdeen

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    280

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Cooking9%
    Leadership7%
    Kitchen Experience6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED43%
    Vocational or technical training29%
    Bachelor's degree14%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years50%
    6-10 years40%
    Less than a year10%
  • Current company

    Aberdeen Douglas Hotel
    Aberdeen Dyce Hotel
    AJ GRAND HOTEL
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year29%
    2-5 years29%
    More than 5 years29%

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Last updated: 3 Oct 2026

Head Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Aberdeen: £32,526 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £25,420 – £42,913 yearly

*Indeed data (GB)

  • events head chef

    Aberdeen

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneCar up to 3.5 TonnesDriving LicenceFood Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    LeadershipOrganisational SkillsCookingKitchen ExperienceFood ProductionFood Safety
  • Event Chef

    Aberdeen

    Licenses & certifications

    Driving LicenceHACCPFood Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsLeadershipCookingProfessional Kitchen ExperienceKitchen ExperienceKnife Skills
  • Head chef

    Aberdeen

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneLevel 3 Food Hygiene CertificateFood Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementKnife SkillsKitchen ExperienceFood HandlingCooking
  • Agency Chef

    Torry/Ferryhill

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneFood Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    CookingFood SafetyCulinary ExperienceKitchen ManagementKnife SkillsEnglish
  • Sous Chef

    Aberdeen

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneLevel 3 Food Hygiene CertificateHACCPFood Hygiene CertificateFood Safety

    Skills

    Culinary ExperienceCookingServingBar ServiceBartendingCustomer Service
  • Head Chef

    Aberdeen

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneFirst AidCar up to 3.5 TonnesFirst Aid CertificationFood Hygiene CertificatePersonal Licence

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipMenu PlanningCost ControlCost Reduction StrategyMaintenance

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

The average time to fill a head chef role is 53 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do head-chefs tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a head chef include: cooking, leadership and kitchen experience.

What licenses or certifications are common for head-chefs?

Common licenses or certifications for head-chefs include: Food Hygiene Certificate, Food Hygiene and Driving Licence.

What are some job titles related to head-chefs?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to head-chefs include: chef, event chef and events head chef.

What level of education is common for a head chef?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a head chef in Aberdeen, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a head chef?

Most head-chefs have 14 years of professional experience.

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