Sous Chef Jobs in Acworth, GA

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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Chef Sous

  • Milton, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Milton, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Summary: The Executive Sous Chef assist the Executive Chef in all aspects of the main, grill, and/or banquet kitchens (i.e., ordering, scheduling, sanitation, maintenance, employee development,...

THE OPTIMIST SOUS CHEF UP TO $65K/yr. + BONUS (Midtown)

  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 4 days ago

The Optimist is looking for an energetic and precise Sous Chef!...

SUPERICA SOUS CHEF UP TO $65K/yr. + BONUS (Battery Park)

  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 7 days ago

Superica at the Battery is looking for an energetic Sous Chef to join our team!...

SUPERICA SOUS CHEF UP TO $65K/yr. + BONUS (Buckhead / Sandy Springs)

  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 7 days ago

Superica Buckhead is seeking a meticulous Sous Chef to join our team!...

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • Marietta, GA (10 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (10 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 8 days ago

FISD We are hiring immediately for a full time SOUS CHEF position. Location: The Walker School - 700 Cobb Parkway North, Marietta, Georgia 30062. Note: online applications accepted only....

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • Marietta, GA (13 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (13 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 8 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time SOUS CHEF position. Location: The Walker School - 700 Cobb Parkway North, Marietta, Georgia 30062. Note: online applications accepted only....

Sous Chef

  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Mansions at Alpharetta is looking for a professional Sous Chef to be the second in command in our kitchen, following our Executive Chef’s specifications and guidelines....

Sous Chef

  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 13 days ago

Searching for a Sous Chef who enjoys being creative and taking ownership!...

Pastry Sous Chef - The Commons

  • Kennesaw, GA (6 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (6 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 16 days ago

About Us Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50...

Sous Chef

  • Dunwoody, GA (22 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Dunwoody, GA (22 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 17 days ago

The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef to ensure menu items are executed with excellence in the restaurant. Additionally, the Sous Chef supports managing quality in all aspects of their job....

Sous Chef

  • Dunwoody, GA (22 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Dunwoody, GA (22 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 18 days ago

Requirements Applicants should have 2+ years as a Sous chef in a full service restaurant....

Sous Chef

  • Sandy Springs, GA (18 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Sandy Springs, GA (18 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 24 days ago

Compensation Range $58,000 - $65,000 / year Apply Today Hiring – Sous Chef Hiring Immediately Why Flower Child?...

Cook II

  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

About Us Inspired by the mythical land of Avalon, where the experience of the "Good Life" is ever-present, The Hotel at Avalon arrives - a grand reimagining of resort environment, where guests are...

Sous Chef

  • Atlanta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for a SOUS CHEF position. Location : SCAD Atlanta - 1600 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309. Note: online applications accepted only....

Sous Chef

  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef to ensure menu items are executed with excellence in the restaurant. Additionally, the Sous Chef supports managing quality in all aspects of their job....

Demographic Data for Acworth, GA

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Acworth, GA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in Acworth, GA 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
2.8%
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 Acworth, GA
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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