Sous Chef Jobs in California

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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HIGHLANDS RANCH RESORT

Sous Chef

Join our team at Highlands Ranch Resort as a Sous Chef and be a part of creating unforgettable dining experiences for our guests....

Reata Glen

Cook II - Line Cook - Full Time

Full Time Cook II - $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS 40 hour work week, including a minimum of one weekend day shift. Shift Hours = Monday - Saturday 11:30am - 8:00pm, Sunday 8:00am - 4:30pm $22-$23 per hour...

Sous Chef

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Kettner Exchange is currently seeking a Sous Chef with the ability to support, lead, and inspire the kitchen team. This includes but not limited: Ordering and inventory support....

Sous Chef

  • Irvine, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 10 hours ago

For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: click here Job Summary The Sous Chef is Responsible for the preparation of all meals, including the food quality and its presentation...

Paradies Lagarde - Sous Chef San Francisco International Airport

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 11 hours ago

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

Paradies Lagarde Bourbon Pub - Line Cook II

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Position Description Summary: The Cook provides a supreme dining experience to guests by preparing high quality meals. The Cook's main goal is to ensure that guests will always enjoy exceptional...

Kitchen Chef, Line Cook, Dish Washer Immediate Opening

  • Pismo Beach, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Pismo Beach, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Now hiring kitchen chef, cook, dish washer position at Japanese restaurant. please apply in person after 4:30 Tuesday-sunday or email resume. $20-$25 +tip depends on experience

Bubbelah is seeking a new Sous Chef to join our team!

  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 1 day ago

Bubbelah is seeking a new Sous Chef to join our team! From the Back Home Hospitality team that brought Che Fico and Che Fico Pizzeria to San Francisco, comes a new Che Fico location in Menlo Park!...

Mixmix Hospitality Hiring - Sous Chefs & Cooks

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, 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...

French Kitchen Chef Apprentice Opportunity

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

French Kitchen Chef Apprentice Opportunity BISTRO DU MARCHE LA JOLLA 7437 GIRARD AVENUE compensation: 20.00 employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Chef Apprentice Jean michel...

Sous Chef ( Olive View Hospital) Sylmar CA

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day 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 - Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

The newly renovated Embassy Suites San Francisco Airport is hiring its next Sous Chef!...

Cook II - Districtwide (Position #30)

  • Lower Lake, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lower Lake, CA
  • 1 day ago

Konocti Unified See attachment on original job posting Successful candidate will submit the following documents in order to be considered for this position:1. Completed application2. Resume3....

Chef Sous- Full Time, Cafe (Harrah's SoCal)

  • Valley Center, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Valley Center, CA
  • 1 day ago

Two-year culinary degree preferred. Minimum of four years food preparation in high volume establishment. Ability to coordinate multiple tasks. Ability to implement strategic vision and plans into...

Sous Chef

  • San Mateo, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 1 day ago

Rise Woodfire now hiring positions for the following: BOH- SOUS CHEF. Please note we are actively interviewing and hiring NOW! For best response please email resume for review ASAP....

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in California

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 Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in California offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
33.7%
Bachelor's Degree
22.2%
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 California
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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