Sous Chef Jobs in Norwalk, CA

A Sous Chef, often considered as the right hand of the Executive Chef, plays a crucial role in managing kitchen operations in the culinary industry. The Sous Chef is responsible for developing menus, assisting in food preparation, maintaining kitchen inventory, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. Furthermore, they collaborate closely with the Executive Chef in creating innovative recipes, designing special dishes, and managing kitchen budgets. They also step in and take charge of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Important skills for a Sous Chef include strong culinary abilities, leadership skills, creativity, time management and excellent communication skills. They should be familiar with kitchen health and safety regulations and often require food handling certification. Typical roles a person might hold before advancing to a Sous Chef position include Line Cook, Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef. Formal culinary education, such as a degree from a culinary institute, along with several years of practical experience in the kitchen, are normally required to be considered for a Sous Chef position.

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Sous Chef

  • Universal City, CA (22 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Universal City, CA (22 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

The Sous Chef is responsible for ensuring that the food served always meets or exceeds standards of excellence....

Hiring: Line Cooks & Jr Sous Chef at Dear Jane's

  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Sous Chef LINE COOKS - Have a high sense of responsibility and passion to provide genuine hospitality - Must have availability to work 3-4 shifts per week....

Grocery Kitchen Chef

  • Brea, CA (11 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Brea, CA (11 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 19 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...

CUT Pastry Cook II

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

Sous Chef

  • West Hollywood, CA (19 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Hollywood, CA (19 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 1 day ago

JOB SUMMARY A Sous Chef supervises kitchen operations in conjunction with, and in the absence of, the Executive Chef, and ensures that all food production workers are performing their duties as prescribed...

Sous Chef

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Park Hospitality (Lowboy, Bar Flores, Donnas, Wolf & Crane) seeks an experienced Sous Chef to join our growing team....

Mixmix Hospitality Hiring - Sous Chefs & Cooks

  • Costa Mesa, CA (18 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (18 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 1 day ago

SEEKING TEAM MEMBERS WHO ARE - POSITIVE PASSIONATE ABOUT HOSPITALITY WORKS WELL WITH OTHERS TAKES DIRECTION WELL CAN TAKE CARE OF OUR CUSTOMERS SHOWS UP ONTIME READY TO WORK TERRACE BY MIX MIX AT...

Sous Chef

  • Cypress, CA (6 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (6 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Full-Time, Exempt Grade 12 | Compensation Range: $60,000-$80,000 Division: Finance and Operations | Department: Dining Services Target Weekly Hours: 40 Location: Main Campus Benefits Eligibility: Yes The Sous...

Sous Chef

  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Sous Chef Department:Culinary Location:Huntington Beach, CA Position: Sous Chef Tuesday to Saturday, Time varies Pay Range: $25.75- $27.75 Ivy Park at Huntington Beach is a premier senior living community...

Sous Chef - Los Angeles Market

  • Culver City, CA (19 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Culver City, CA (19 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary Working as the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a facility....

Sous Chef (Tues. to Sat)

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Chef to join our team....

Sous Chef

  • Covina, CA (16 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Covina, CA (16 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Located in the vibrant heart of Downtown Covina, Rosalie is a warm, energetic neighborhood Italian restaurant created by the team behind Union in...

CUT Pastry Cook II

  • Beverly Hills, CA (21 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (21 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 3 days ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

Line Cook II - Malibu

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The role At Soho House, a Line Cook II is responsible for maintaining a station or two, seamless preparation of food and sauces, and assisting Senior Chefs with service. As Line Cook II, you...

Hiring kitchen Chef Okidoki by Meiji

  • Tustin, CA (18 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tustin, CA (18 miles from Norwalk, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Hiring chef part time Need experience to working for Japanese restaurant. Position: Quick Learner with a Passion for Japanese Cuisine We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team at...

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Norwalk, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in Norwalk, CA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
33.7%
Bachelor's Degree
22.3%
High School or GED
21.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.4%
Master's Degree
3.1%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sous Chefs in Norwalk, CA
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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