Chefs for hire in Rochester, NY
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Most popular skills
Leadership11%Communication Skills10%Supervising Experience9%Education level
High school diploma or GED38%Associate's degree29%Bachelor's degree29%Years of experience
3-5 years6%6-10 years12%More than 10 years82%Current company
University of Rochester
58 and Holding CoAddison at Erie Station (Senior Lifestyle)Time at current job
Less than 1 year16%1-2 years19%2-5 years41%
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Last updated: Jul 15, 2026
Chef: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Rochester, NY: $74,864 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $57,038 – $98,261 yearly
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Sous Chef
Irondequoit, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationServsafeSkills
OSHA Safety CertificationLeadershipOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementSous Chef
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Six Sigma CertificationClass DASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationIICRC CertificationPERC CardArmed Security LicenseSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsMediterranean CuisineFood and Beverage Director
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
AEDFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationTIPSCPRCertified SommelierSkills
Analysis SkillsTime ManagementStrategic PlanningCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceLeadershipSupervisor/Sous Chef
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Class DTIPSDriver's LicenseAEDServsafe Food Handler CertificationFirst Aid CertificationSkills
LeadershipCasual Dining ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperienceCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsHead Chef/Manager
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Servsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Supervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsProduct ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipCasual Dining ExperienceChef
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CServsafeTWIC CardSkills
American CuisineFrench CuisineFood Service Management ExperienceMeal PreparationCustomer SupportBar 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, communication skills and supervising experience.
What licenses or certifications are common for a chef?
Common licenses or certifications for chefs include: Driver's License, Servsafe 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, lead chef and head chef/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 Rochester, NY, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a chef?
Most chefs have 15 years of professional experience.
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