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Last updated: Jul 11, 2026
Chef: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in San Diego, CA: $71,086 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $48,824 – $103,499 yearly
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Executive Chef & Culinary Director (Strategic Partnership)
San Diego, California
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Senior Executive Chef
National City, California
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Chef
San Diego, California
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Sous Chef/Catering Chef
San Diego, California
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Chef Manager
Chula Vista, California
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Executive Chef
San Diego, California
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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, supervising experience and analysis skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a chef?
Common licenses or certifications for chefs include: Servsafe, 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: executive chef, executive chef & culinary director (strategic partnership) and sous chef/catering chef.
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 Diego, CA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a chef?
Most chefs have 22 years of professional experience.
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