Executive Chefs for hire in Minneapolis, MN
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 Minneapolis, MN to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Leadership12%Communication Skills7%Time Management7%Education level
High school diploma or GED46%Associate's degree28%Bachelor's degree26%Years of experience
More than 10 years80%3-5 years10%6-10 years10%Current company
1881 Eating House312 Prime Chicago BistroA Brand new somethingTime at current job
2-5 years40%Less than a year30%More than 5 years20%
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Last updated: Sep 20, 2026
Executive Chef: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Minneapolis, MN: $80,519 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $65,349 – $99,212 yearly
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Executive Chef
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationSafe Quality Food CertificationCPRServsafeHACCP Certification+2 moreSkills
LeadershipAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementFast Casual ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsKitchen Manager
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationSafe Quality Food CertificationServsafeHACCP Certification+1 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsAmerican CuisineExecutive Chef
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceAdvanced Knife SkillsExecutive Chef
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsAdvanced Knife SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsAmerican CuisineExecutive Chef
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationCulinary ArtsSafe Quality Food CertificationCPRServsafeCulinary Arts Certificate+2 moreSkills
LeadershipAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceOrganizational SkillsAmerican CuisineMusic Teacher
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Certified Safety ProfessionalTIPSDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
Organizational SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceLeadershipSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementPersonal Assistant Experience
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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 53 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 time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for executive chefs?
Common licenses or certifications for executive chefs include: Servsafe, Food Safety Certification 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: kitchen manager, restaurant consultant/ executive chef and music teacher.
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 Minneapolis, MN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an executive chef?
Most executive chefs have 16 years of professional experience.
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