Executive Chefs for hire in Madison, WI
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Most popular skills
Leadership13%Supervising Experience10%Analysis Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED45%Associate's degree24%Bachelor's degree24%Years of experience
Less than a year2%1-2 years2%3-5 years6%Current company
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Bar ManzoTime at current job
Less than a year10%1-2 years26%2-5 years41%
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Last updated: Jul 25, 2026
Executive Chef: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Madison, WI: $70,289 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $51,508 – $95,917 yearly
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Executive Chef
Middleton, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeSkills
Upscale Casual ExperienceHeavy LiftingAdvanced Knife SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsExecutive Chef
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Bartender LicenseFood Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationSafe Quality Food CertificationCPRSkills
Analysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceLeadershipStrategic PlanningOrganizational SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceExecutive Chef
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationCulinary ArtsServsafe Food Manager CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerDriver's LicenseServsafeSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHead Chef/Kitchen Manager
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseTIPSCPRSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingExecutive Sous Chef
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Certified Substance Abuse CounselorFirst Aid CertificationOSHA 10Rough Terrain Forklift CertificationSubstance Abuse Counseling CertificationSafety Training UndergoneSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipCulinary ExperienceBehavioral TherapyIndividual Group CounselingGroup TherapyGeneral Manager
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationFood Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Supervising ExperiencePersonal Assistant ExperienceCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceOrganizational 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 58 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, supervising experience and analysis skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for an executive chef?
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, executive chef/kitchen manager and general 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 Madison, WI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an executive chef?
Most executive chefs have 12 years of professional experience.
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