Executive Chefs for hire in Birmingham, AL
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Leadership11%Communication Skills6%Organizational Skills6%Education level
Associate's degree33%High school diploma or GED30%Bachelor's degree23%Years of experience
More than 10 years80%6-10 years20%Current company
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2-5 years60%Less than a year20%More than 5 years20%
Browse Indeed's database of 327 profiles for Executive Chefs in Birmingham, AL
Last updated: Oct 1, 2026
Executive Chef: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Birmingham, AL: $75,228 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $52,050 – $108,727 yearly
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Executive Chef
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Assistant Manager ExperienceAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementExecutive Sous Chef
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Certified Quality AuditorFood Safety CertificationCulinary ArtsFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPR+2 moreSkills
Time ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingStrategic PlanningOrganizational SkillsFood Service Director/ Executive Chef
Hoover, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
CDLFood Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDOT Physical CertificationAir Brake EndorsementDriver's License+5 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAmerican CuisineStrategic PlanningOTRExecutive Sous Chef
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
CPRCertified SommelierServsafeFood Handler CertificationBLSSkills
Analysis SkillsLeadershipStrategic PlanningAmerican CuisineCasual Dining ExperienceCommunication SkillsCulinary Manager
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Servsafe Alcohol CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeSkills
LeadershipAssistant Manager ExperienceCommunication SkillsStrategic PlanningCasual Dining ExperienceTime ManagementHead Chef
Fairfield, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsPayrollPerformance EvaluationOptimizing Workflow Processes
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What's the average time to fill an executive chef role?
The average time to fill an executive chef role is 56 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do executive chefs tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an executive chef include: leadership, communication skills and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for executive chefs?
Common licenses or certifications for executive chefs include: Servsafe, Food Handler Certification and Driver's License.
What are some job titles related to executive chefs?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to executive chefs include: executive sous chef, sous chef and executive chef/kitchen manager.
What level of education is common for an executive chef?
Associate's degree is the most common level of education for an executive chef in Birmingham, AL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an executive chef?
Most executive chefs have 19 years of professional experience.
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