Sous Chef Jobs in North Carolina

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 - $35 per hour

  • Kill Devil Hills, NC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Kill Devil Hills, NC
  • 8 hours ago

Outer Banks Bar & Grill is hiring a Sous Chef to compliment our Chef....

Chef, Sous - NE

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 20 hours ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 20 hours ago

Morrison Living Salary: 50,000.00 - 55,000.00 Other Forms of Compensation: Driven by our passion in the pursuit of hospitality and culinary excellence, Morrison Living has built community through...

Sous Chef - Non Exempt

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

Job Number 24208877 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The Ritz-Carlton Charlotte, 201 E. Trade Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time...

Junior Sous Chef

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary If you love food, have passion, and want to cook with a great team, we are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to assist the executive Chef in day to day operations, menu planning, catering...

Chef/Sous Chef

  • Southport, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Southport, NC
  • 1 day ago

Oliver's located on the water in Southport NC is looking for a Sous Chef. Pay between 55k and 70k depending on experience. Please apply with Chef Jeremy or Manager Mike Magee....

SCA Cook II

  • Bogue, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Bogue, NC
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: USMC GARRISON-EAST (CAMP LEJUNE) - 43830212 Location ID: 43830212 SCA Cook II Location: USMC GARRISON-EAST (CAMP LEJUNE) - 43830212 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours...

Banquet Sous Chef

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

The Sous Chef will also assist in menu development, cost control, and inventory management....

Chef, Sous - NE

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 2 days ago

Salary: 50,000.00 - 55,000.00 Other Forms of Compensation: Driven by our passion in the pursuit of hospitality and culinary excellence, Morrison Living has built community through dining...

Sous Chef, Full-time

  • Indian Trail, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Indian Trail, NC
  • 2 days ago

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

SCA Cook II Lead

  • NC
  • 2 days ago
  • NC
  • 2 days ago

SCA Cook II Lead **Location:** USMC GARRISON-EAST (CAMP LEJUNE) - 43830217 **Workdays/shifts:** Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Sous Chef

  • Boone, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Boone, NC
  • 4 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description The Inn at Crestwood is looking for a full-time, Sous Chef to provide exceptional food services to guests....

Svc2627 Cook II/Custodian III

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 4 days ago

SVC2627 COOK II/CUSTODIAN III JobID: 38714 Position Type: Cook/Nutrition Services/Cooks Date Posted: 4/14/2025 Location: Clear Fork District Elementary Closing Date: 04/21/2025 County:  ...

Sous Chef

  • Hayesville, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Hayesville, NC
  • 5 days ago

Butchery Sous Chef Experience Ability to Lift 30+ Pounds Expediting ServSafe Certified 100 Covers Per Night Read more...

Sous Chef

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 6 days ago

RH is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sous Chef to play a key leadership role in our culinary team....

Sous Chef - Edison

  • Asheville, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 8 days ago

The Sous Chef is responsible for the efficient and effective running of the kitchen and food production outlets....

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in North Carolina

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in North Carolina 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 North Carolina
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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