Private Chefs for hire in Tampa, FL

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    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership13%
    Supervising Experience8%
    Communication Skills8%
  • Education level

    Associate's degree36%
    High school diploma or GED27%
    Bachelor's degree27%
  • Years of experience

    3-5 years6%
    6-10 years10%
    More than 10 years84%
  • Current company

    Balcon By Tapavino
    Birchwood Inn
    Bread and Vine
  • Time at current job

    Less than 1 year23%
    1-2 years23%
    2-5 years38%

Browse Indeed's database of 722 profiles for Private Chefs in Tampa, FL

Last updated: Jul 15, 2026

Private Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Tampa, FL: $109,021 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $74,345$159,870 yearly

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  • Front of House Manager

    Temple Terrace, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationDriver's LicenseCertified SommelierServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Host/Hostess ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementCasual Dining ExperienceSales
  • Private Chef/Caterer

    Tampa, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Microsoft Office SpecialistCertified Administrative ProfessionalServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceComputer OperationComputer LiteracyComputer Skills
  • Executive Sous Chef

    Tampa, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationCulinary ArtsServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CServsafe

    Skills

    LeadershipSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceCommunication Skills
  • Private Chef/Caterer

    Tampa, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Payroll ProfessionalTeaching CertificationLifeguard ExperienceRegistered DietitianMaster PlumberCertified Athletic Trainer

    Skills

    Supervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsLeadershipUpscale Casual ExperienceMediterranean CuisineAdvanced Knife Skills
  • Executive Chef

    Tampa, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Bartender LicenseServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Product ManagementAmerican CuisineGrillingKitchen GrillsSalesRetail Sales Transactions
  • Executive Chef

    Tampa, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Registered DietitianDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipSupervising ExperienceAmerican CuisineCookingManagementKitchen Management

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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, executive sous chef and private chef/caterer.

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 Tampa, FL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most private chefs have 16 years of professional experience.

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