Head-Chefs for hire in Cheltenham

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    256

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Cooking10%
    Leadership7%
    Culinary Experience6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED52%
    Vocational or technical training34%
    Bachelor's degree7%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years70%
    6-10 years30%
  • Current company

    Franco Manca
    The Woozy Pig
    Amicis Care Limited
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years38%
    More than 5 years38%
    1-2 years25%

Browse Indeed's database of 256 profiles for Head-Chefs in Cheltenham

Last updated: 3 Oct 2026

Head Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Cheltenham: £39,363 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £30,526 – £50,759 yearly

*Indeed data (GB)

  • Acting Head Chef

    Cheltenham

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneCOSHH ComplianceHuman ResourcesHospitalityFood Hygiene CertificateSVQ+1 more

    Skills

    CookingCulinary ExperienceFood SafetyRestaurant ExperienceKitchen ManagementMenu Planning
  • Sous Chef

    Cheltenham

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationLevel 3 Food Hygiene CertificateFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    Chef ExperienceCookingCulinary ExperienceFood SafetyKnife SkillsEnglish
  • Chef

    Cheltenham

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneLevel 3 Food Hygiene CertificateFood Hygiene Certificate

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsFood PreparationInventory ControlFood SafetyMenu Planning
  • Head Chef

    Cheltenham

    Licenses & certifications

    Car up to 3.5 TonnesDrivingDriving Licence

    Skills

    Chef ExperienceCookingCulinary ExperienceNetworkingManagementCustomer Service
  • Head Chef

    Cheltenham

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateFood Safety

    Skills

    LeadershipFinancial AcumenChef ExperienceKitchen Team ManagementKitchen ManagementCooking
  • Chef de Partie

    Cheltenham

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneExperience Working with Individuals with DisabilitiesFood Hygiene CertificateFood Safety

    Skills

    Chef ExperienceCookingMeal PreparationProfessional Kitchen ExperienceKitchen ExperienceBaking

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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 culinary experience.

What licenses or certifications are common for head-chefs?

Common licenses or certifications for head-chefs include: Food Hygiene Certificate, Food Hygiene and Level 3 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, chef de partie and acting 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 Cheltenham, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most head-chefs have 18 years of professional experience.

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