Executive Chefs for hire in Grand Rapids, MI

Find executive chefs who lead kitchen operations, design menus and ensure food quality while managing kitchen staff and maintaining a safe and sanitary environment. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Grand Rapids, MI to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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  • Most popular skills

    Leadership11%
    Analysis Skills8%
    Communication Skills7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED36%
    Associate's degree31%
    Bachelor's degree24%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years60%
    6-10 years30%
    Less than a year10%
  • Current company

    Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids
    Creative Dining Services
    Trinity Health
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year29%
    1-2 years29%
    More than 5 years29%

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Last updated: Oct 10, 2026

Executive Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Grand Rapids, MI: $66,327 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $52,407 – $83,945 yearly

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  • EXECUTIVE CHEF

    Grand Rapids, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Alcohol CertificationDriver's LicenseTIPSHACCP CertificationCertified Employee Benefit Specialist+8 more

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsHost/Hostess Experience
  • Executive Chef

    Grand Rapids, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Time ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceOrganizational Skills
  • Executive Chef

    Grand Rapids, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseTIPSServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAmerican CuisineLeadershipCulinary Experience
  • Excecutive Chef

    Grand Rapids, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Dietary ManagerTIPSDriver's LicenseServsafe

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingAmerican Cuisine
  • Executive Chef

    Grand Rapids, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationLife Insurance LicenseCertified Dietary ManagerDriver's LicenseServsafeLife & Health Insurance License+2 more

    Skills

    ManagementLeadershipFrench CuisineCommunication SkillsTime ManagementCasual Dining Experience
  • Sous Chef

    Grand Rapids, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseTIPSServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    ManagementLeadershipPresentation SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

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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, analysis skills and communication skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for executive chefs?

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

What are some job titles related to executive chefs?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to executive chefs include: owner / executive chef, sous chef and executive chef/manager.

What level of education is common for an executive chef?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for an executive chef in Grand Rapids, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for an executive chef?

Most executive chefs have 15 years of professional experience.

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