Head Chefs for hire in Birmingham

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    1,000

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Cooking
    8%
    Leadership
    7%
    Kitchen Experience
    5%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    40%
    Vocational or technical training
    29%
    Master's degree
    20%
  • Years of experience

    3-5 years
    30%
    6-10 years
    30%
    More than 10 years
    30%
  • Current company

    • Four Seasons
    • National Trust
    • Compass group
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    38%
    1-2 years
    25%
    More than 5 years
    25%

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Last updated: 31 Oct 2026

Head Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Birmingham: £37,400 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £27,893 – £50,146 yearly
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*Indeed data (GB)

  • Chef de Partie

    Birmingham

    Licenses & certifications

    Level 3 in Customer ServiceCustomer ServiceFood Hygiene CertificateITLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 in Food Safety

    Skills

    CookingBakingKitchen ExperienceCulinary ExperienceFood SafetyLeadership
  • Head Chef/Kitchen Manager

    Birmingham

    Licenses & certifications

    NVQFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 in Food Safety

    Skills

    CookingCulinary ExperienceFood SafetyKitchen ExperienceFood ProductionFood Preparation
  • Head Chef and Kitchen Manager

    Birmingham

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 in Food Safety

    Skills

    Culinary ExperienceCookingManagementEnglishKitchen ExperienceKnife Skills
  • Chef de Partie

    Stourport-on-Severn

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 in Food Safety

    Skills

    Customer ServiceCookingFood SafetyCulinary ExperienceRestaurant ExperienceFood Preparation
  • Senior Head Chef

    Birmingham

    Licenses & certifications

    Word ProcessingFirst Aid CertificationMicrosoft Office SuiteMicrosoft ExcelFood Hygiene CertificateFood Safety+3 more

    Skills

    Microsoft Office SuiteMicrosoft OfficeProductivity SoftwareCookingKitchen ExperienceKitchen Management
  • Sous Chef

    Birmingham

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid at WorkFirst Aid CertificationFirst Aid at Work CertificateFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 in Food Safety

    Skills

    CookingMeal PreparationProfessional Kitchen ExperienceKitchen ExperienceBakingPOS

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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 49 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, Level 2 in Food Safety and Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.

What are some job titles related to head chefs?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to head chefs include: chef de partie, head chef and kitchen manager and sous 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 Birmingham, 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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