Sous Chef Jobs in San Francisco, 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

  • Walnut Creek, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

REAL FOOD for REAL LIFE At True Food Kitchen, we believe in the power of whole, real food. We partner with each of our growers, ranchers and producers so that every ingredient meets our TRUE...

Sous Chef

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 16 hours ago

(Knowledge and experience with Japanese cuisine is a plus) *Possess great knife skills. *Create and prepare food in accordance with current menus....

Sous Chef Perry's - Paradies Lagardere San Francisco International Airport

  • South San Francisco, CA (8 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (8 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

SUMMARY: The Executive Sous Chef position is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef to ensure the most efficient and effective BOH Operation....

Sous Chef

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and motivated Sous-Chef to help lead our culinary operations....

Sous Chef

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Sous Chef will be the second in command in our cafe, following the Kitchen Manager and/or Executive Chef....

Garibaldis seeks sous chef

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago

Garibaldis is a quintessential neighborhood restaurant, located in presidio heights. Specializing in classic and modern cal/Italian cuisine. This is working sous position, you will be working the...

Sous Chef

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 7 days ago

The Sous Chef role will be responsible for leading line ups, providing support in the kitchen during service, upholding and elevating our service standards, providing strong communication with the dining...

Sous Chef

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 days ago

Required Years of Experience 6+ years Job Details 7 Adams is looking to hire a sous chef to help build its team....

SOUS CHEF - United Polaris Lounge, SFO

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 days ago

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

Sous Chef

  • Oakland, CA (11 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (11 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Sous Chef Oken KITCHEN FULL-TIME 65,000-70,000/YR OAKLAND BOH Job requirements and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Ability to lift at least 50 lbs At least 2 years of kitchen experience...

Food Service - Sous Chef

  • Oakland, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Sous Chef Who are we : SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more....

Baker/Pastry Sous Chef

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 11 days ago

Quince & Co is looking for a Baker/Pastry Sous Chef to support our three restaurants - Quince, Cotogna and Verjus....

Sous Chef for catering company

  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Meat fabrication, etc. MUST have a minimum of 5 years experience at this level with proven track record and references. Pay will be commensurate with experience. Must be responsible....

Sous Chef

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 12 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Please FiDi is looking for a seasoned and service oriented professional to take the helm as Sous Chef for The Holbrook House in the heart of San Franciscos...

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • San Francisco, CA (1 mile from San Francisco, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (1 mile from San Francisco, CA)
  • 14 days ago

We have an opening for a full time SOUS CHEF position. Location: Mission Provision - 555 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94105. Note: online applications accepted only....

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in San Francisco, CA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
33.6%
Bachelor's Degree
22.2%
High School or GED
21.4%
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 San Francisco, 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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