Chefs for hire in Rochester, NY
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Most popular skills
Leadership12%Organizational Skills9%Communication Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED57%Bachelor's degree23%Associate's degree14%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years14%6-10 years14%Current company
58 and Holding CoAtria Senior Living
BJ'S Restaurant & Brewhouse
Time at current job
Less than a year17%1-2 years33%2-5 years33%
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Last updated: Aug 21, 2026
Chef: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Rochester, NY: $72,838 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $56,053 – $94,651 yearly
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Chef
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationCCNA SecurityServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseCCNA+3 moreSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAmerican CuisineFrench CuisineFood PreparationSupervisor/Sous Chef
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Class DTIPSDriver's LicenseAEDServsafe Food Handler CertificationFirst Aid Certification+7 moreSkills
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 ExperienceSous Chef
Irondequoit, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationServsafe+2 moreSkills
OSHA Safety CertificationLeadershipOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementFront House Manager
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerDriver's LicenseCPR+4 moreSkills
Strategic PlanningLeadershipHeavy LiftingCasual Dining ExperienceAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsSous Chef
Rochester, New York State
Licenses & certifications
Six Sigma CertificationClass DASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationIICRC CertificationPERC CardArmed Security License+24 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsMediterranean Cuisine
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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, 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, cook/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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