Head-Chefs for hire in Birmingham

Find head chefs who create menus, oversee kitchen staff, and ensure food quality, all while mastering culinary techniques and maintaining kitchen safety standards. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Birmingham to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    868

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Cooking8%
    Leadership7%
    Kitchen Experience5%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED34%
    Vocational or technical training26%
    Bachelor's degree21%
  • Years of experience

    3-5 years30%
    More than 10 years30%
    1-2 years20%
  • Current company

    Quinto lounge
    Arena Racing Company
    Ash pubs
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years50%
    1-2 years33%
    More than 5 years17%

Browse Indeed's database of 868 profiles for Head-Chefs in Birmingham

Last updated: 11 Oct 2026

Head Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Birmingham: £37,354 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £27,884 – £50,041 yearly

*Indeed data (GB)

  • 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 HygieneFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateFood Safety

    Skills

    Culinary ExperienceManagementCookingEnglishKitchen ExperienceKnife Skills
  • Chef de Partie

    Birmingham

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 in Food Safety

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsManagementFood Service Team ManagementTeam Leadership
  • Chef / Head Chef

    Birmingham

    Licenses & certifications

    Chef ExperienceLevel 3 in Professional Cookery

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsFood PreparationFood HygieneFood Safety
  • Chef de Partie

    Birmingham

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 in Food Safety

    Skills

    Customer ServiceCookingFood SafetyCulinary ExperienceRestaurant ExperienceFood Preparation
  • Chef (Head of Distribution)

    Birmingham

    Licenses & certifications

    NutritionLevel 3 Food Hygiene CertificateFood Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganisational SkillsHACCPAnalysis SkillsFood Safety

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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, Level 2 in Food Safety and NVQ.

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, breakfast chef and chef / 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 Birmingham, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most head-chefs have 12 years of professional experience.

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