Sous Chef Jobs in Indiana

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 (Full Time)

  • Anderson, IN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Anderson, IN
  • 1 hour ago

Location: Anderson University We are hiring immediately for a full time SOUS CHEF position. Address : 1100 5th Street Anderson, IN 46012 Note: online applications accepted only....

Sous Chef

  • Bloomington, IN
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bloomington, IN
  • 5 hours ago

As a Sous Chef, you will lead the kitchen team in executing high-quality dishes while maintaining efficiency and consistency....

Sous Chef

  • Bloomington, IN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Bloomington, IN
  • 15 hours ago

As a Sous Chef, you will lead the kitchen team in executing high-quality dishes while maintaining efficiency and consistency....

Cook II

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: GOOGLE DATA CENTER, FORT WAYNE - 45798001 Location ID: 45798001 Cook II Location: GOOGLE DATA CENTER, FORT WAYNE - 45798001 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings - varying days. More...

Sous Chef

  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 4 days ago

The Sous Chef is responsible for the execution of all planned functions, buffet and all ala carte services, and all daily food schedules as approved by the Executive Chef....

Sous Chef

  • Wabash, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Wabash, IN
  • 5 days ago

Change a Life Today. Yours. Choose Parkview. Meet our Team and learn more about Parkview Bleed Green HERE The Nutrition Service department is looking for top talent and your career development is...

Job Summary As a Sous Chef I, you are responsible for assisting with the overall success of the food program and overseeing culinary functions....

Sous Chef, Full-Time (Goshen College)

  • Goshen, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Goshen, IN
  • 7 days ago

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to immediately hire to fill the role of Full-time Sous Chef at Goshen College in Goshen, IN....

Cook II (FT- 1.0 FTE, Day Shift)

  • Evansville, IN
  • 10 days ago
  • Evansville, IN
  • 10 days ago

The Cook II position at Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital participates as a member of the food production team to prepare and serve a culinary experience to our patients, residents and visitors....

Sous Chef, 2nd Shift, Full-time

  • Orland, IN
  • 12 days ago
  • Orland, IN
  • 12 days ago

Job Description: AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Sous Chef, 2nd Shift, Full-time....

F&B Cook II (Eatery) - Full Time (Horseshoe Hammond)

  • Hammond, IN
  • 14 days ago
  • Hammond, IN
  • 14 days ago

ROP - $19 per hour Status: Full - Time TEAM MEMBER PERKS & BENEFITS: Great benefits including medical, dental, and vision! Enjoy discounts on shopping, travel, and more through our rewards program...

Cook II

  • New Albany, IN
  • 15 days ago
  • New Albany, IN
  • 15 days ago

Job Description: Seeking Cook! Full-time, 1st/2nd shift, days vary, rotates weekends and holidays Southern Indiana/Louisville, Kentucky area Baptist Health Floyd Produces and prepares food for...

Cook II - Binions

  • Shelbyville, IN
  • 15 days ago
  • Shelbyville, IN
  • 15 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Cook II is responsible to support the Management in the successful production of raw and/or cooked food products for culinary operations at Horseshoe Indianapolis. Position will...

Cook II

  • Edinburgh, IN
  • 17 days ago
  • Edinburgh, IN
  • 17 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Atterbury - Edinburgh, IN Position Type : Full Time Education Level : High School Salary Range : $19.20 - $19.20 Hourly Travel Percentage : None Job Category : Education...

Cook II - PRN

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 22 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 22 days ago

Division:Eskenazi Health Sub-Division: Hospital Req ID: 21986 Schedule: PRN/Per Diem Shift: Varied (Days/Evenings) Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital...

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Indiana

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 Indiana 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 Indiana
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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