Executive Chefs for hire in Sacramento, CA

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    849

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership
    13%
    Communication Skills
    7%
    Analysis Skills
    7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    57%
    Associate's degree
    34%
    Bachelor's degree
    6%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    80%
    1-2 years
    10%
    6-10 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • University of California, Davis
    • Topgolf
    • Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    80%
    1-2 years
    20%

Browse Indeed's database of 849 profiles for Executive Chefs in Sacramento, CA

Last updated: Oct 24, 2026

Executive Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Sacramento, CA: $83,806 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $67,371 – $104,250 yearly

*Indeed data (US)

  • Executive Chef

    Sacramento, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Time ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsCulinary Experience
  • Executive Chef

    Sacramento, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsProduct ManagementOrganizational SkillsAmerican Cuisine
  • Sous Chef / Culinary Leader

    Sacramento, California

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerDriver's LicenseCPR+2 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsPresentation SkillsPublic Speaking
  • Executive Chef

    North Highlands, California

    Licenses & certifications

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

    Skills

    ManagementHeavy LiftingLeadershipAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsTime Management
  • Executive Chef

    Sacramento, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Servsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    ManagementUpscale Casual ExperienceAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadership
  • Executive Chef

    Sacramento, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardFood Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseTIPSAEDCDL+8 more

    Skills

    ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProduct ManagementUpscale Casual 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 55 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 analysis skills.

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 / culinary operations leader and sous chef / culinary leader.

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 Sacramento, CA, 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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