Chefs for hire in Detroit, MI
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Most popular skills
Leadership13%Organizational Skills10%Communication Skills10%Education level
Associate's degree40%High school diploma or GED38%Bachelor's degree16%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years10%6-10 years36%Current company
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Arcenciel DetroitAscensionTime at current job
1-2 years29%2-5 years50%More than 5 years21%
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Last updated: Sep 10, 2026
Chef: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Detroit, MI: $67,375 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $48,954 – $92,728 yearly
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Multi-Unit Executive Chef
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Alcohol CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafe+1 moreSkills
LeadershipAnalysis SkillsCookingCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportFood and Beverage Industry ExpertisePrep cook/chef
Ecorse, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitFood Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseTIPSCPR+3 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsProduct ManagementFrench CuisineSous Chef
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerCPRServsafe+1 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipProduct ManagementCreative WritingComputer OperationChef
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Servsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Alcohol CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationParalegal Certificate+2 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsUpscale Casual ExperienceAnalysis SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsSous Chef/Line Cook
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeElectric Pallet Jack Certification+2 moreSkills
Host/Hostess ExperienceAssistant Manager ExperienceCasual Dining ExperienceProduct ManagementTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsExecutive Chef/General Manager
Hazel Park, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementUpscale Casual ExperienceAnalysis SkillsAssistant Manager Experience
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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: leadership, organizational skills 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: sous chef, executive chef/kitchen manager and sous chef/line cook.
What level of education is common for a chef?
Associate's degree is the most common level of education for a chef in Detroit, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a chef?
Most chefs have 12 years of professional experience.
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