Sous Chef Jobs in New Lenox, IL

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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Personal & Professional Learning On-Call Sous Chef

  • Naperville, IL (20 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (20 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 4 days ago

At no point will the PPL Sous Chef assist full-time....

Cook II

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (24 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (24 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Location Name: COLLEGE OF DUPAGE - 12096001 Location ID: 12096001 Cook II Location: COLLEGE OF DUPAGE - 12096001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More...

Sous Chef

  • Naperville, IL (20 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (20 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Support the Executive Chef, General Manager, Managers, and fellow Sous Chefs with performance management plans and problem-solving leadership....

Sous Chef-Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn

  • Oak Lawn, IL (17 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (17 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Ability to physically self-demonstrate culinary techniques, i.e., cutting, cooking principles, plate presentation, safety and sanitation practices....

Banquet Sous Chef - 18706-7563

  • Oak Brook, IL (20 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (20 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Join our team as a Banquet Sous Chef and showcase your creativity, leadership, and culinary skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment....

Banquet Sous Chef

  • Oak Brook, IL (20 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (20 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Join our team as a Banquet Sous Chef and showcase your creativity, leadership, and culinary skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment....

Lead Cook/Sous Chef - Food Services - Evenings

  • Naperville, IL (20 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (20 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 25 days ago

Hourly Pay Range: $19.31 - $28.00 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: Position: Lead Cook...

Sous Chef

  • Oak Brook, IL (20 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (20 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 25 days ago

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Sous Chef - Food Bazaar

  • East Hazel Crest, IL (15 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • East Hazel Crest, IL (15 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Sous Chef will report to Room Chef....

Cook II - Full-Time

  • Joliet, IL (13 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Joliet, IL (13 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

WERE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. Were always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, youll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

Sous Chef

  • Naperville, IL (20 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL (20 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Sous Chef Skills & Qualifications: Minimum 1 years of experience as a Sous Chef in a full-service, high-volume restaurant. Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification....

Sous Chef - Full-Time

  • Joliet, IL (13 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Joliet, IL (13 miles from New Lenox, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

WERE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. Were always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, youll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in New Lenox, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in New Lenox, IL 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
2.9%
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 New Lenox, IL
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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