Sous Chef Jobs in Hempstead, NY

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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COMMISSARY SOUS CHEF - Capital One Lounge, JFK

  • Uniondale, NY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Uniondale, NY
  • 8 hours ago

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

P.J ClARKE'S NYC -HIRING SOUS CHEF

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

We're Hiring: Rockstar Sous Chef Are you a culinary wizard who thrives under pressure, lives for the sizzle of the saute pan, and dreams in plating designs?...

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

We are seeking a dedicated Pastry Sous Chef to support our Head Chef....

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

To support our growth were looking for a Sous Chef to join our awesome team!...

Sous Chef

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a sous chef who brings the bartaco experience to life through the food we cook and breathes our touchstones....

Sous Chef Needed at Golden HOF & NY Kimchi

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago

-Possesses advanced knife skills. -Availability on weekends, holidays, and late nights....

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Kitchen Equipment Maintenance motivational skills Fish Butchery Food Safety 200 Covers Per Night Cost Tracking Client Relationship Management Kitchen Management Adaptability Waste Reduction Attention...

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago

The Dominick is looking for a Sous Chef to join our culinary team! Job Duties Oversees all restaurant kitchen operations. Oversees all quality control of recipes and adherence to all recipes....

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Overview The Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing food preparation on all shifts for food productionin in the kitchen they are assigned ensuring the highest levels of quality food and guestsatisfaction...

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 days ago

In addition to our a la carte service, we also host numerous events. You are a champion for high standards of cleanliness, organization, food quality,and respect for ingredients....

Fire Island, Ocean Beach Bar/Restaurant Hiring Sous Chef and Line Cook

  • Ocean Beach, NY (23 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ocean Beach, NY (23 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Hiring cooks for summer season. All experience levels welcome to apply. Great job for lower level cook who is looking to expand knowledge of the kitchen, as well for experienced Chef looking to do...

Quick Hire: Cook II

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 days ago

We're Hiring Food Service Workers (Chefs)!** Our client in [Undisclosed Location] is looking for talented, motivated, and hardworking candidates to join their team. Dont miss the chance to work in...

Pastry Sous Chef

  • Brooklyn, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Sugar Butter Chocolate, Bakery, wholesale dessert supplier, Ice cream shop and Cafe in Crown Heights is looking for. a Pastry Sous Chef to help lead...

Junior Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 days ago

The Junior Sous Chef will be responsible for executing service and prep alongside the kitchen manager and owner....

Sous Chef

  • Jamaica, NY (10 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY (10 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 3 days ago

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

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Hempstead, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in Hempstead, NY offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
33.6%
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 Hempstead, NY
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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