Chefs for hire in Charlotte, NC

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    3,411

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership15%
    Supervising Experience10%
    Communication Skills9%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED37%
    Bachelor's degree35%
    Associate's degree19%
  • Years of experience

    3-5 years6%
    6-10 years20%
    More than 10 years74%
  • Current company

    Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
    Tap & Vine
    86&co
  • Time at current job

    Less than 1 year14%
    1-2 years27%
    2-5 years54%

Browse Indeed's database of 3,411 profiles for Chefs in Charlotte, NC

Last updated: Jul 21, 2026

Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Charlotte, NC: $57,292 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $45,394$72,308 yearly

*Indeed data (US)

  • Kitchen Manager

    Charlotte, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Bartender LicenseGuard CardServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseArmed Security License

    Skills

    LeadershipSupervising ExperienceProduct ManagementOrganizational SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceAmerican Cuisine
  • Executive Chef

    Charlotte, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Personal TrainerTABC CertificationFood Safety CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerCPRServsafe

    Skills

    Supervising ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementWarehouse Supervisor Experience
  • Executive Event Chef

    Charlotte, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Servsafe Food Handler CertificationReal Estate BrokerDriver's LicenseReal Estate LicenseServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementSupervising Experience
  • Sous Chef

    Charlotte, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDFood Safety CertificationHeartsaver CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationTIPSDriver's License

    Skills

    LeadershipOrganizational SkillsMexican CuisineAmerican CuisineFrench CuisineBarista Experience
  • Executive Chef

    Charlotte, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    TABC CertificationFood Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's License

    Skills

    LeadershipCasual Dining ExperienceMediterranean CuisineAnalysis SkillsBudgeting SoftwareStrategic Planning
  • Executive Sous Chef

    Charlotte, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementAmerican CuisineSupervising Experience

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What's the average time to fill a chef role?

The average time to fill a chef role is 93 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: leadership, supervising experience and communication skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for a chef?

Common licenses or certifications for chefs include: Servsafe, Driver's License and Food Handler Certification.

What are some job titles related to chefs?

According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to chefs include: executive chef, executive sous chef and kitchen manager.

What level of education is common for a chef?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a chef in Charlotte, NC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a chef?

Most chefs have 17 years of professional experience.

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