Head-Chefs for hire in Newport

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    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership7%
    Cooking7%
    Communication Skills6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED47%
    Vocational or technical training37%
    Bachelor's degree11%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years70%
    6-10 years22%
    3-5 years4%
  • Current company

    Lounges
    Bap House LTD
    Boars Head Pub
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years49%
    1-2 years19%
    More than 5 years19%

Browse Indeed's database of 197 profiles for Head-Chefs in Newport

Last updated: 11 Sept 2026

Head Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Newport: £32,525 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £27,307£38,741 yearly

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  • Head Chef

    Newport

    Licenses & certifications

    COSHH ComplianceAccountingFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationHospitalityManagement+5 more

    Skills

    LeadershipOrganisational SkillsTime ManagementTeam LeadershipMenu PlanningCost Management
  • Chef

    Newport

    Licenses & certifications

    Foundation DegreeNVQHospitalityHotel ExperienceBusinessBusiness Management

    Skills

    CookingFood SafetyMeal PreparationFood PreparationBakingKitchen Experience
  • Senior Sous Chef

    Caerleon

    Licenses & certifications

    CSCSCar up to 3.5 TonnesDrivingDriving LicenceConstruction ExperienceExcavator+1 more

    Skills

    CookingCulinary ExperienceKitchen ManagementChef ExperienceServingFine-Dining Waiting Experience
  • Head Chef

    Newport

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneCOSHH ComplianceFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationHACCPFood Hygiene Certificate+2 more

    Skills

    LeadershipKitchen ManagementStaff TrainingTraining & DevelopmentMenu PlanningCost Control
  • Head Chef

    Newport

    Licenses & certifications

    First AidFirst Aid CertificationLevel 3 Food Hygiene CertificateFood Hygiene CertificateOrganisational SkillsCareer Guidance

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganisational Skills
  • Head Chef

    Newport

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneCOSHH ComplianceCOSHH AssessmentsFood Hygiene CertificateRisk AssessmentLevel 2 Food Hygiene Certificate+2 more

    Skills

    Cooking

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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: leadership, cooking and communication skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for a head chef?

Common licenses or certifications for head-chefs include: Food Hygiene Certificate, Food Hygiene and First Aid Certification.

What are some job titles related to head-chefs?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to head-chefs include: owner, senior sous chef and 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 Newport, 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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