Chefs for hire in Albuquerque, NM
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Most popular skills
Analysis Skills11%Food Service Experience11%Food Preparation6%Education level
Bachelor's degree67%High school diploma or GED33%Years of experience
More than 10 years100%Current company
Bien Shur at Sandia Resort & CasinoThe Shop Breakfast and LunchWKS DennysTime at current job
1-2 years100%
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Last updated: Aug 9, 2026
Chef: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Albuquerque, NM: $54,609 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $44,223 – $67,435 yearly
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Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationInfant & Toddler CertificationDriver's LicenseReal Estate LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationNon-CDL Class CSkills
Strategic PlanningLeadershipAnalysis SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceOrganizational SkillsFast Casual ExperienceCloser, Server
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Real Estate LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsFood Service ExperienceRestaurant ExperienceConstruction ExperienceMarketingBusser/Food Runner/Counter Service
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
ServsafeSkills
Host/Hostess ExperienceCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportFood Service ExperienceFood PreparationBussing
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What's the average time to fill a chef role?
The average time to fill a chef role is 92 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do chefs tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a chef include: analysis skills, food service experience and food preparation.
What licenses or certifications are common for a chef?
Common licenses or certifications for chefs include: Real Estate License, Servsafe and First Aid Certification.
What are some job titles related to chefs?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to chefs include: busser/food runner/counter service, general manager and closer, server.
What level of education is common for a chef?
Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a chef in Albuquerque, NM, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a chef?
Most chefs have 21 years of professional experience.
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