Sous Chef Jobs in South 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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Cook II

  • Summerville, SC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Summerville, SC
  • 8 hours ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station May support management in...

Sous Chef

  • SC
  • 14 hours ago
  • SC
  • 14 hours ago

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

Sous Chef - The James (James Island)

  • Charleston, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 1 day ago

The Sous Chef: Possesses 2+ years experience in a full-service, high-volume restaurant, in a management or lead-line cook position....

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for full time SOUS CHEF positions. Location : Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center - 2000 Hospital Drive, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464....

Sous Chef

  • Charleston, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 1 day ago

Sous Chef at Costa Charleston Are you passionate about Italian cuisine and ready to embark on a culinary journey through the coastal regions of Italy?...

Sous Chef

  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago

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

PM Sous Chef - Cassique

  • Johns Island, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Johns Island, SC
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring an experienced and passionate Sous Chef at the Cassique clubhouse, part of the Kiawah Island Club....

Sous Chef - Marbled & Fin - Fine Dining

  • Charleston, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 7 days ago

Marbled & Fin is hiring an experienced and passionate Sous Chef!...

SCA Cook II

  • Parris Island, SC
  • 8 days ago
  • Parris Island, SC
  • 8 days ago

Location Name: USMC GARRISON-EAST (CAMP LEJUNE) - 43830301 Location ID: 43830301 SCA Cook II Location: USMC GARRISON-EAST (CAMP LEJUNE) - 43830301 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours...

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • Greenville, SC
  • 8 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 8 days ago

More details upon interview Requirement: Previous Sous Chef/Culinary experience highly preferred. Previous supervisor experience preferred....

Sous Chef - Jasmine Porch

  • Kiawah Island, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Kiawah Island, SC
  • 9 days ago

Possess and practice good knife skills; possess and utilize skills to season food properly (season in layers)....

Sous Chef - $500 Sign-on Bonus - Peninsula Grill/Planters Inn

  • Charleston, SC
  • 13 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 13 days ago

A Sous Chef is responsible for providing supportive leadership to kitchen staff throughout food service....

Hourly Sous Chef, Full-Time (University of Charleston)

  • Charleston, SC
  • 15 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 15 days ago

Hourly Sous Chef, Full-Time (University of Charleston) AVI Foodsystems Inc Charleston, WV (Onsite) Full-Time Job Details AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the...

Sous Chef

  • Charleston, SC
  • 20 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 20 days 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

  • Travelers Rest, SC
  • 21 days ago
  • Travelers Rest, SC
  • 21 days ago

SOUS CHEF From cascading mountains to crystal lakes, warm summer days and cool winter nights, the beautiful scenery welcomes you to the Carolinas....

Demographic Data for South Carolina

Moving to South Carolina? Find some basic demographic data about South Carolina below.


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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in South Carolina

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 South 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 South 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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