Sous Chef Jobs in Metuchen, NJ

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

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Madison Square Garden is searching for a creative and motivated Sous Chef to join our talented culinary staff. In this position, you will act as the Chef of an area or department....

Sous Chef VERSA Now Hiring

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago

VERSA - Now Hiring: Sous Chef Click here to learn more & apply today!...

Sous Chef - IC New York Barclay

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview Do you see yourself as Sous Chef? We are looking for someone that can cover shifts while an employee is out on leave or on vacation. What's your passion?...

Sous Chef OEM

  • Jersey City, NJ (19 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (19 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

About Us The Hyatt Regency on the Hudson located in downtown Jersey City sits on a beautiful pier overlooking the New York City Skyline. Our hotel is one of the oldest in the area and has great...

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Cucina Alba is looking a Sous Chef. Competitive Salary, two days off a week, and a fun working envirorment!...

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The Sous Chef will work in conjunction with the Sous Chef & Chef Team in executing production of menu items in the commissary kitchen....

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

FlexMussels is now hiring an experienced Sous. Please send resume stating length of time in each position. Passion for seafood preferable.

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Award winning Dante Group seeks professional, hard-working and capable Sous Chef and leader to join the team in West Village....

Sous Chef, Rowlands Bar & Grill

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

As the Sous Chef, you will successfully manage and supervise the production kitchen team as well as the ala carte restaurant....

CDC Head Chef + Sous Chefs NYC Restaurants + Hotels

  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Chef Roles CDC / Exec Sous Chef Middle Eastern Concept SoHo $95105K CDC / Exec Sous Chef Large, Fast-Paced Seafood Restaurant with To-Go Hall Chelsea $85100K Executive Sous Chef Roles Executive Sous...

Sous Chef

  • Englishtown, NJ (18 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Englishtown, NJ (18 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

, Evening Shifts Weekdays and Weekends Holidays General Requirements: Previous Experience as sous chef or similar role Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and practices Excellent Knife Skills and...

Sous Chef and Saute Line Cook

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Established Italian Restaurant looking for a sous chef and saute line cook that have passion for food, are dependable and team players. 2 years of Italian restaurant experience is required....

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Sous Chef Responsibilities Include: Preparing and executing the menu at the direction of Executive Chefs with the utmost quality, precision, and consistency....

Sous Chef

  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

The sous chef is responsible for building a team and training those cooks into a professional and disciplined brigade....

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Metuchen, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview: As a sous chef, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our kitchen....

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Metuchen, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in Metuchen, NJ offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
33.7%
Bachelor's Degree
22.2%
High School or GED
21.4%
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 Metuchen, NJ
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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