Chefs for hire in San Antonio, TX

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    3,817

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership
    11%
    Communication Skills
    8%
    Organizational Skills
    7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    48%
    Associate's degree
    24%
    Bachelor's degree
    22%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    70%
    6-10 years
    30%
  • Current company

    • Sodexo
    • Omni hotel
    • Seasons 52
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    50%
    1-2 years
    33%
    More than 5 years
    17%

Browse Indeed's database of 3,817 profiles for Chefs in San Antonio, TX

Last updated: Oct 25, 2026

Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in San Antonio, TX: $52,496 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $32,782 – $84,066 yearly

*Indeed data (US)

  • Culinary Manager

    San Antonio, Texas

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationServsafe Certification+1 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementAssistant Manager Experience
  • Chef

    San Antonio, Texas

    Licenses & certifications

    TABC CertificationFood Safety CertificationLoss PreventionCertified Dietary ManagerLoss Prevention QualifiedDriver's License+4 more

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsProduct ManagementCommunication Skills
  • Sous Chef

    San Antonio, Texas

    Licenses & certifications

    Servsafe CertificationHACCP CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsAmerican CuisineFrench Cuisine
  • Executive Kitchen Manager

    San Antonio, Texas

    Licenses & certifications

    TABC CertificationFood Safety CertificationServsafe Alcohol CertificationDriver's LicenseTWIC CardServsafe Certification+1 more

    Skills

    LeadershipCasual Dining ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperienceFast Casual ExperienceAnalysis SkillsTime Management
  • Chef

    San Antonio, Texas

    Licenses & certifications

    TABC CertificationFood Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationNon-CDL Class CServsafe Certification+2 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementManagementHeavy LiftingAmerican CuisineLeadershipOrganizational Skills
  • Sous Chef

    San Antonio, Texas

    Licenses & certifications

    Servsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    ManagementTime ManagementLeadershipBarbecueCommunication SkillsProduct Management

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

The average time to fill a chef role is 96 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 organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for chefs?

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

What are some job titles related to chefs?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to chefs include: sous chef, executive kitchen manager and sous chef/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 San Antonio, TX, 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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