Executive Chef
Direct and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies, and keep records and accounts.
At a Glance
Executive Chef earns an average of $62,500/yr. Typical education: Associate degree. Experience: 4–4.4 years. Top skills: Management, Culinary Arts, Leadership.
$62,500/yr
Associate degree
4–4.4 years
11
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Chefs and Head Cooks
Median Wage
$60,990/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+7.1%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (18)
Culinary Arts
Food Safety And Sanitation
Cooking
Food Services
Sanitation
Food Preparation
Purchasing
Marketing
Event Catering
Catering Management
Menu Planning
Food Quality Assurance And Control
Technical Management
Inventory Management
Hazard Analysis And Critical Control Points (HACCP)
Maintenance Scheduling
Restaurant Operation
Financial Management
Common Skills (11)
Management
Leadership
Operations
Communication
Customer Service
Planning
Certifications (1)
ServSafe Certification
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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