Executive Chefs for hire in Seattle, WA
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 Seattle, WA to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Leadership14%Supervising Experience9%Analysis Skills8%Education level
Bachelor's degree41%Associate's degree28%High school diploma or GED21%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years4%6-10 years12%Current company
Compass Group
509 MANAGEMENT INCAegis Living
Time at current job
Less than a year11%1-2 years19%2-5 years49%
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Last updated: Aug 30, 2026
Executive Chef: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Seattle, WA: $93,017 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $68,481 – $126,345 yearly
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Executive Chef
Seattle, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
MAST PermitFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeCNA+1 moreSkills
Time ManagementSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAssistant Executive Kitchen Manager
Seattle, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeHACCP Certification+1 moreSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipAnalysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceCasual Dining ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCulinary Director/Executive Chef
Mercer Island, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Advanced Knife SkillsOrganizational SkillsProduct ManagementAmerican CuisineFrench CuisineInventory ManagementExecutive Chef
Seattle, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationNon-CDL Class CServsafe+2 moreSkills
Strategic PlanningAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsFood and Beverage Manager
Seattle, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationMAST PermitServsafe Food Manager CertificationTIPSDriver's LicenseHACCP Certification+3 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceStrategic PlanningCorporate Executive Chef
Mercer Island, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
MAST PermitServsafe Food Handler CertificationFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food Certification+4 moreSkills
Time ManagementAnalysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsProduct Management
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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 52 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: culinary director/executive chef, assistant executive kitchen manager and corporate executive chef.
What level of education is common for an executive chef?
Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for an executive chef in Seattle, WA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an executive chef?
Most executive chefs have 27 years of professional experience.
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