Sous Chef Jobs in Hawaii

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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Cook II

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 60+ days ago

Compensation Type: Hourly Highgate Hotels: Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the...

Monkeypod Kitchen Wailea is Now Hiring a Sous Chef

  • Kihei, HI
  • 19 hours ago
  • Kihei, HI
  • 19 hours ago

Please use the link below to apply: Award winning Monkeypod Kitchen Wailea is looking for a talented Sous Chef to join our team!...

In the absence of the Executive Chef and Chef De Cuisine, the Sous Chef will assume all responsibilities of the kitchen....

Cook II

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 1 day ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 1 day ago

Love the land, the ocean and the people of Kohanaiki. “E malama I ko uka, ko kai, a me ko Kohanaiki no ka pono I k akou”. Position Title : Cook II Reports to: Executive Chef Job Summary :...

Cook II

  • Laie, HI
  • 1 day ago
  • Laie, HI
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Assists in the preparation and serving of food for Cafeteria, Catering and Farmer's Market. Primary Responsibilities Food Preparation and Cost (60%) Assists in preparation and serving...

Cook II

  • HI
  • 2 days ago
  • HI
  • 2 days ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

Cook II

  • Lahaina, HI
  • 3 days ago
  • Lahaina, HI
  • 3 days ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

Ulu Kitchen by Merriman Now Hiring a Sous Chef

  • Lahaina, HI
  • 3 days ago
  • Lahaina, HI
  • 3 days ago

Please click on the link below to apply: We are well-known to both residents and visitors alike for a spectacular handcrafted experience. We feature locally sourced products, and support organic...

Cook II

  • Lihue, HI
  • 3 days ago
  • Lihue, HI
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Summary The Cook II prepares all food items while giving attention to cleanliness and sanitation, quality standards, taste, timeliness, and cost effectiveness with respect for...

Cook II

  • Waimea, HI
  • 4 days ago
  • Waimea, HI
  • 4 days ago

Cook II Mauna Lani Company Description Situated on sacred land marked by royal fish ponds, natural lava plains, lush tropical gardens and alluring beaches, Mauna Lani - meaning mountain reaching...

Head Chef and Sous Chef @ NEW Queens Marketplace Marlin Bar

  • Waimea, HI
  • 4 days ago
  • Waimea, HI
  • 4 days ago

We are hiring a head chef or a sous chef at our Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Queens Marketplace! Live the Island Life as an ambassador of our brand, representing the seasons stylish trends....

Sous Chef

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 7 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 7 days ago

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to inspire, lead and mentor our kitchen team. Our ideal candidate has a commitment to excellence and a desire to learn and grow....

Culinary - Beach Tree Sous Chef

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 9 days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 9 days ago

SOUS CHEF The Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is looking for a Sous Chef who shares a passion for excellence and who infuses enthusiasm into everything they do....

Sous Chef

  • Waianae, HI
  • 9 days ago
  • Waianae, HI
  • 9 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 - Waianae Coast, Hawaii

  • Waianae, HI
  • 9 days ago
  • Waianae, HI
  • 9 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Hawaii

Moving to Hawaii? Find some basic demographic data about Hawaii below.


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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Hawaii

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 Hawaii 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 Hawaii
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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