Assistant Chef Jobs in Florida

An Assistant Chef, also known as a Sous Chef, is a crucial part of the culinary team who assists the Executive Chef in managing the daily operations of the kitchen. Their primary responsibilities include preparing and cooking food, managing kitchen staff, maintaining high food quality and presentation, ordering kitchen supplies, and enforcing safety and sanitation standards. They also play a crucial role in menu planning, recipe development, and catering. They may step in as the head chef in their absence, thus, strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Typically, an Assistant Chef should have a certification from a culinary school or an equivalent degree. They should have a deep understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures. Proficiency in various software systems to manage inventory, cost, and menu development is also beneficial. Important skills for an Assistant Chef include attention to detail, creativity, multitasking, and the ability to work under pressure. Prior to becoming an Assistant Chef, a person may have roles such as Line Cook, Prep Cook, or Kitchen Supervisor. These roles provide the hands-on experience and understanding of kitchen operations necessary to succeed as an Assistant Chef.

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Culinary Assistant

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 8 hours ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Culinary Assistant

  • River Ranch, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • River Ranch, FL
  • 4 days ago

Company Description $15 - $16 / hour Use our Daily Pay benefit and get access to your pay as you need it. About Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo provides you...

Chef Tournant

  • Clearwater, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL
  • 12 days ago

Chef Tournant 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 691 South Gulfview Boulevard, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767 $23 an hour - Full-time Marriott International, Inc 25,892 reviews $23 an hour - Full-time Additional...

Dietary Assistant Cook 1

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 14 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 14 days ago

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Pastry Chef Assistant

  • Hobe Sound, FL
  • 19 days ago
  • Hobe Sound, FL
  • 19 days ago

If you are an internal applicant, please log into Workday and submit your application via the Jobs Hub. Please click here to apply internally. This role will be located at one of Discovery Land...

Culinary Assistant

  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 19 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 19 days ago

Prepare, wash, and store dishes following procedure. Set up serving carts for each meal as required. Assist in making sure that the dining area is clean and well-maintained. Meet and greet...

Assistant Cook - Substitute

  • Eatonville, FL
  • 19 days ago
  • Eatonville, FL
  • 19 days ago

Purpose Statement: The job of "Assistant Cook" is done for the purpose/s of preparing and distributing food items for consumption by students and school personnel and maintaining facilities in a...

Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Culinary Assistant Department Manager)

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Assists the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance and special projects as assigned. Leads and...

Chef Tournant/Production

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 45+ days ago

Chef Tournant / Production Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,169 current hospitality jobs what where Chef Tournant /...

Assistant Cook, Child Care Center

  • Naples, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 60+ days ago

Bring your cooking talents and kitchen management skills as an Assistant Cook at Arthrex Academy managed by Bright Horizons. Youll plan menus, prepare meals, and order inventory as you make a real...

Line Cook

  • River Ranch, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • River Ranch, FL
  • 90+ days ago

Company Description $15 - $16 / hour Use our Daily Pay benefit and get access to your pay as you need it. About Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo provides you...

Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Assistant Chef Jobs in Florida

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Assistant Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Assistant Chefs in Florida offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
31.2%
High School or GED
22.0%
Bachelor's Degree
21.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Some College
3.4%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Assistant Chefs in Florida
None
40.9%
2-4 years
25.9%
Less than 1 year
23.4%
1-2 years
6.2%
4-6 years
3.7%


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