Private Chefs for hire in Pittsburgh, PA

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    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership13%
    Communication Skills8%
    American Cuisine7%
  • Education level

    Associate's degree46%
    High school diploma or GED27%
    Bachelor's degree17%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years90%
    6-10 years10%
  • Current company

    Vallozzi's Pittsburgh
    American Cruise Lines
    Aramark
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year30%
    More than 5 years30%
    1-2 years20%

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Last updated: Sep 26, 2026

Private Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Pittsburgh, PA: $67,979 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $58,982 – $78,348 yearly

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  • Executive Chef

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAmerican CuisineTime ManagementAnalysis Skills
  • Executive Chef

    Bellevue, Pennsylvania

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerCPRServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipPresentation Skills
  • Catering Chef

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipAnalysis SkillsThai CuisineTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills
  • Owner / Head Chef

    Carnegie, Pennsylvania

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsLeadershipStrategic PlanningCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management
  • Executive catering chef

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

    Licenses & certifications

    ServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsAmerican CuisineHeavy Lifting
  • Executive Sous Chef

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Alcohol CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationHACCP CertificationServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipAmerican CuisineUpscale Casual ExperienceCasual Dining Experience

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What's the average time to fill a private chef role?

The average time to fill a private chef role is 82 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do private chefs tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a private chef include: leadership, communication skills and american cuisine.

What licenses or certifications are common for private chefs?

Common licenses or certifications for private chefs include: Servsafe, Food Handler Certification and Driver's License.

What are some job titles related to private chefs?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to private chefs include: executive chef, executive chef/kitchen manager and executive sous chef.

What level of education is common for a private chef?

Associate's degree is the most common level of education for a private chef in Pittsburgh, PA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a private chef?

Most private chefs have 25 years of professional experience.

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