Sous Chef Jobs in Purchase, 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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Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 7 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

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

experienced sous chef to our Constellation Culinary team in New York, NY....

SOUS CHEF - AMEX Centurion Lounge, LGA

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Summary Job Summary: Working as the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the successful operation of the Culinary Department for AMEX Centurion Lounge at LGA Airport....

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 22 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 22 hours ago

un Sous Chef (pawling) the barn at quaker hill compensation: compensation based on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: sous chef The Barn at Quaker Hill Country club is...

Sous Chef - new business - Yonkers, NY

  • Tuckahoe, NY (7 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Tuckahoe, NY (7 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 22 hours ago

Join the FLIK Culinary Team in Yonkers, NY We are seeking an experienced and motivated Sous Chef to support the daily culinary operations of our facility....

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Join us as the Sous Chef for an exciting new Mediterranean restaurant, located right by Little Island, and be a key player in crafting unforgettable culinary experiences for our guests....

Pastry Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 1 day ago

The Pastry Sous Chef will assume all responsibilities in the absence of the Executive Pastry Chef. This individual must have flexibility in scheduling....

Sous Chef, Delta One

  • Jamaica, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jamaica, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a passionate and driven Sous Chef who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and enjoys pushing the boundaries of culinary excellence....

Sous Chef II, Corporate Dining, Patina Restaurant Group

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 2 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North's Patina Restaurant Group is hiring a Sous Chef to join our team at Hudson Yards in New York City, supporting a high-end corporate cafeteria....

Sous Chef, Events

  • Cold Spring Harbor, NY (18 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cold Spring Harbor, NY (18 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, a world-renowned scientific research institution located on the scenic North Shore of Long Island, is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced full-time Sous Chef...

Cook II

  • Flushing, NY (20 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Flushing, NY (20 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 2 days ago

skills + Able to lift 35 lbs. or more + Supporting other cooks and working in a team environment + Must be mobile and able to stand for extended periods, stoop, kneel, and crouch + Must be available...

Sous Chef

  • White Plains, NY (2 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (2 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for our next great team member to join us on our culinary team as Sous Chef....

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Sous Chef!! Must have AT LEAST 1 YEAR FAST CASUAL experience as well as flexible availability (including mornings, evenings, holidays and weekends) must have a food handling license....

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 2 days ago

The Frying Pan NYC is seeking a talented and driven Sous Chef to join our dynamic team for the summer season!...

Sous Chef

  • Ridgewood, NJ (20 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ridgewood, NJ (20 miles from Purchase, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Sous Chef Job Details Job Location 4081 | The Office | OB&G - Ridgewood, NJ Description 40NORTH Restaurantsis the full service division ofVilla Restaurant Group, a family owned, multi brand global Quick...

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Purchase, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in Purchase, NY offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
33.7%
Bachelor's Degree
22.2%
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 Purchase, 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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