Private Chefs for hire in St. Louis, MO
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Most popular skills
Leadership12%Supervising Experience10%Communication Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED41%Associate's degree32%Bachelor's degree14%Years of experience
3-5 years6%6-10 years20%More than 10 years74%Current company
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801 Restaurant GroupAlgonquin Golf ClubTime at current job
Less than a year23%1-2 years23%2-5 years36%
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Last updated: Aug 19, 2026
Private Chef: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in St. Louis, MO: $42,691 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $28,163 – $64,713 yearly
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Chef
St. Louis, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeTWIC Card+1 moreSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsAmerican CuisineOrganizational SkillsMexican CuisineExecutive Chef
St. Louis, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsAdvanced Knife SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceMicrosoft WordWord ProcessingOwner & Executive Chef
St. Louis, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseTIPSCertified Medical Assistant+4 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceTime ManagementCasual Dining ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAdvanced Knife SkillsWedding Consultant
St. Louis, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseTIPS+3 moreSkills
Host/Hostess ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceExecutive sous chef
Clayton, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationOSHA 10ServsafeHACCP CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceLeadershipAmerican CuisineExecutive Chef
St. Louis, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Supervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadership
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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 79 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, supervising experience and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a private chef?
Common licenses or certifications for private chefs include: Servsafe, Driver's License and Food Handler Certification.
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, chef/production mgr/catering supervisor and chef.
What level of education is common for a private chef?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a private chef in St. Louis, MO, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a private chef?
Most private chefs have 19 years of professional experience.
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