Sous Chef Jobs in Santa Rosa, 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

  • Cotati, CA (9 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Cotati, CA (9 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

compensation: competitive salary with a bonus program employment type: full-time experience level: senior level job title: Sous Chef New opportunity for the right candidate....

Sous Chef

  • Calistoga, CA (15 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Calistoga, CA (15 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

The Sous Chef will be familiar with all of the daily operations of our kitchen and must be able to perform any task in the kitchen if needed. Strong leadership is a must....

Sous Chef - URJ Camp Newman (Summer Camp and Retreat Center)

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 1 day ago

As a key member of the kitchen team, the Sous Chef will help oversee the preparation and delivery of nutritious, delicious, and diverse meals for our camp and retreat community....

Banquet Sous Chef

  • Guerneville, CA (13 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Guerneville, CA (13 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications 2+ years of experience as a Sous chef or equivalent preferred Culinary arts degree or equivalent certification preferred....

Sous Chef

  • Yountville, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Yountville, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 6 days ago

RH is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sous Chef to play a key leadership role in our culinary team....

Cook II

  • Sonoma, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sonoma, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Meet with Sous Chef to review assignments, anticipate business levels, charges and other information pertinent to the job performance Opening shift: Turn on specified equipment and unlocks secured areas...

Pastry Sous Chef

  • Yountville, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Yountville, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 8 days ago

The French Laundry is currently seeking a Pastry Sous Chef to join our Culinary brigade as a leader on our team....

Sous Chef

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 9 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....

Wit & Wisdom- Cook II

  • Sonoma, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sonoma, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Why us? Wit & Wisdom Sonoma is Chef Michael Mina's first venture into wine country dining and delivers Mina's signature flair with a highly curated culinary experience perfect for any time of day....

Sous Chef

  • Yountville, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Yountville, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 16 days ago

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Sous Chef - Louis M. Martini Winery

  • Saint Helena, CA (21 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Saint Helena, CA (21 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Sous Chef experience. Previous kitchen management/supervisory experience. Intermediate understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills....

Temporary Sous Chef

  • Sonoma, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Sonoma, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21 and our Diversity & Inclusion initiatives Job Description As Sous Chef you will play a pivotal role...

Sous Chef

  • Healdsburg, CA (13 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Healdsburg, CA (13 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Sous Chef Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun....

Banquet Sous Chef

  • Calistoga, CA (15 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Calistoga, CA (15 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifications Culinary Certificate or Degree Preferred Minimum of two years experience in a Banquet Sous Chef or Sous Chef role Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays,...

Sous Chef, URJ Camp Newman

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Sous Chef, URJ Camp Newman Description Sous Chef Location: Camp Newman (4088 Porter Creek Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95404) Organization: Union for Reform Judaism Employment Type: Full Time, Benefits Eligible...

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Santa Rosa, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in Santa Rosa, 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 Santa Rosa, 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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