Head-Chefs for hire in Bournemouth

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  • Most popular skills

    Cooking10%
    Kitchen Experience6%
    Communication Skills5%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED59%
    Vocational or technical training24%
    Bachelor's degree15%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year2%
    1-2 years4%
    3-5 years14%
  • Current company

    The Oak Inn
    Alin Badiu Chef Services
    ANTEPLI TURKISH RESTAURANT
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year22%
    1-2 years22%
    2-5 years30%

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Last updated: 14 Aug 2026

Head Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Bournemouth: £38,373 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £30,493£48,290 yearly

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  • Head Chef

    Bournemouth

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneCar up to 3.5 TonnesFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationDriving LicenceFood Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsLeadershipCookingProfessional Kitchen ExperienceKitchen ExperiencePOS
  • Head Chef or Senior Chef

    Bournemouth

    Licenses & certifications

    Cost ControlKitchen ManagementKitchen ExperienceKitchen Inventory ControlFood ManagementManagement

    Skills

    CookingLeadershipManagementTeam LeadershipTeam ManagementKitchen Team Management
  • Junior Sous Chef

    Bournemouth

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneFood Hygiene CertificateITLevel 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsMicrosoft Office SuiteMicrosoft OfficeProductivity SoftwareAdministrative ExperienceNetworking
  • Head Pizza Chef

    Bournemouth

    Licenses & certifications

    SecurityFirst AidSIAFirst Aid Certification

    Skills

    TypingCustomer ServiceKitchen ExperienceCookingTraining & DevelopmentFood Safety
  • Commis Chef /Head of pastry section

    Bournemouth

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    Communication SkillsFood PreparationBakingCookingMicrosoft WordWord Processing
  • Sous Chef

    Bournemouth

    Licenses & certifications

    Car up to 3.5 TonnesDrivingDriving Licence

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementNetworkingManagementRestaurant Experience

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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 51 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, kitchen experience and communication skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for a Head Chef?

Common licenses or certifications for head-chefs include: Food Hygiene Certificate, Driving Licence 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: sous chef, team member and 2nd 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 Bournemouth, 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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