Executive Chefs for hire in Richmond, VA

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    683

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership
    13%
    Organizational Skills
    9%
    Time Management
    7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    31%
    Associate's degree
    31%
    Bachelor's degree
    24%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    100%
  • Current company

    • Top Golf
    • Eurest Dining
    • Outback Steakhouse
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    50%
    More than 5 years
    38%
    Less than a year
    13%

Browse Indeed's database of 683 profiles for Executive Chefs in Richmond, VA

Last updated: Nov 2, 2026

Executive Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Richmond, VA: $70,767 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $54,701 – $91,551 yearly
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  • Chef/Caterer

    Richmond, Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsUpscale Casual ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills
  • Executive Sous Chef

    Richmond, Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafe CertificationForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsPresentation Skills
  • Executive Chef

    Richmond, Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    ManagementTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsUpscale Casual ExperienceAmerican Cuisine
  • Executive Chef

    Richmond, Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    EPA Type IIDriver's LicenseLow-Voltage Electrical SystemsCDL aCDL BLow Voltage License+4 more

    Skills

    ManagementAdvanced Knife SkillsUpscale Casual ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadership
  • Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager

    Richmond, Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Time ManagementManagementLeadershipAdvanced Knife SkillsStrategic PlanningCommunication Skills
  • Executive Chef

    Richmond, Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAmerican CuisineVegan CuisineFrench Cuisine

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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, organizational skills and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for executive chefs?

Common licenses or certifications for executive chefs include: Servsafe Certification, 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 chef/kitchen manager, chef/caterer and kitchen 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 Richmond, VA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most executive chefs have 17 years of professional experience.

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