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Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef in the daily kitchen operations including menu development, purchasing, inventory, cost control, and sanitation. Oversees the activities of the kitchen staff and monitors food production and presentation. Being a Sous Chef resolves operational issues. Performs quality checks on ingredients and prepared dishes. Additionally, Sous Chef complies with all safety and food sanitation laws and regulations. Supervises, trains, and mentors staff. May require an associate degree in culinary arts or equivalent. Typically reports to an executive chef. The Sous Chef supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. To be a Sous Chef typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Sous Chef
  • Great Wolf Lodge
  • Garden, CA FULL_TIME
  • Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year

    At Great Wolf, the Resort Sous Chef works in a fast paced, exciting environment to deliver on our commitment to high quality hospitality. The Sous Chef manages the operations of the kitchen in absence of the Executive Chef, oversees preparation of food and inventory levels of the kitchen, and assists with scheduling and training employees.

    Essential Duties & Responsibilities

    • Assists the Chef with directing the preparation and presentation of all foods in all venues of the Lodge
    • Maintain and follow all local Health Department food preparation codes and regulations
    • Works with the Chef to hire, train, supervise, schedule and participate in activities of chefs, cooks, and other pack members involved in preparing, cooking and presenting food in accordance with merchandising and productivity standards, cost controls and forecast needs
    • Maintain working rapport with all hotel staff for efficient operation and service to guests
    • Contribute to creation of new menus and individual menu items for all outlets based on current food trends, regional demographics and in accordance with revenue and profitability goals
    • Assist with audit of food storeroom items and storage to maintain consistent quality products using FIFO (first in, first out) and ensure adherence to all health code requirements
    • Perform food preparation tasks for all fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, fish, etc. used in recipes
    • Prepare all food items per recipe guidelines, tasting and adjusting for flavor with assistance of chef
    • Ensure back of house area adheres to the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, and service
    • Maintain appropriate levels of necessary dishes and utensils; keep all dishware used in cooking and serving clean and sanitary at all times
    • Monitor supply levels in back of house area and replenish as necessary
    • Monitor equipment operation, perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot breakdowns, maintain supplies, and call for repairs as necessary
    • Ensure compliance with all food-handling and sanitation regulation

    Basic Qualifications & Skills

    • High School degree or equivalent
    • 3 years experience in restaurant kitchen(s)
    • Must be flexible regarding scheduling based on business demands, including nights, weekends and Holidays as needed
    • Successful completion of criminal background check and drug screen

    Desired Qualifications & Traits

    • Culinary education degree
    • 1 years experience in restaurant supervisory/leadership role
    • Training and/or experience with hands-on equipment maintenance
    • Prior kitchen experience in hotel/resort industry
    • Understanding of sanitation-related issues and knowledge of precautions necessary to ensure a clean food preparation environment
    • Proven teamwork
    • Projects professional image that inspires trust and confidence
    • Enthusiastic and positive energy

    Physical Requirements

    • Able to lift up to 30 lbs.
    • Able to bend, stretch, and twist
    • Able to stand for long periods of time
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Sous Chef
  • Jillbee Delivers Inc
  • Campbell, CA FULL_TIME
  • Experienced Sous Chef Needed ***6 week hiring bonus $250***Jillbee Delivers is a corporate breakfast and lunch catering company that has been in business for over 15 years and services high-end corpor...
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Sous Chef
  • American Golf
  • Buena, CA FULL_TIME
  • Overview Salary $67-$70 ABOUT AMERICAN GOLF American Golf is a distinguished leader and pioneer in the golf industry, renowned for its innovative and unparalleled approach to golf course management. W...
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Sous Chef
  • Zenefitness Inc. 85310
  • San Carlos, CA FULL_TIME
  • Osteria Seeks Experienced Sous ChefA classic OSTERIA in the heart of San Carlos. The wine bar and osteria offers a dynamic environment for a leisurely lunch or dinner, wine tasting or to-go orders. Ev...
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Sous Chef
  • SOMNI restaurant
  • West Hollywood, CA FULL_TIME
  • After being closed for nearly three years, the dream of Somni is coming back to life! To ensure that his guests receive an exceptional dining experience, Chef Aitor Zabala is seeking a few individuals...
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  • RVR IZAKAYA
  • Los Angeles, CA FULL_TIME
  • RVR is a craft oriented, Japanese Izakaya, utilizing the gifts of California’s small farmers. Led by chef/founder Travis Lett, we're opening soon in Venice. We are looking for talented and experienced...
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Sous Chef
  • Vista Valley Country Club
  • Vista, CA
  • Job Description Job Description POSITION PURPOSE The Sous Chef will work in conjunction with the Executive Chef to overs...
  • 6/2/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Sous Chef
  • Coast & Main Seafood and Chophouse
  • Monroeville, PA
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compensation Career Advancement Opportuni...
  • 6/2/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Sous Chef
  • Nicolas Eatery
  • Malibu, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compensation Career Advancement Opportuni...
  • 6/2/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Sous Chef
  • The Down Pour
  • Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Job Description Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our team. In this role, you will...
  • 6/2/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Sous Chef
  • Melton Hospitality Advisors
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Salary range: $55-60k/year plus Bonus and Benefits We are helping a client in need of a skilled and seasoned Sous Chef t...
  • 5/30/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Sous Chef
  • House Of Creole
  • Cleveland, OH
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compensation Career Advancement Opportuni...
  • 5/30/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Sous Chef
  • Compass Group USA
  • Rockford, IL
  • Salary: $65,000 Job Summary Summary: As a Sous Chef I, you are responsible for assisting with the overall success of the...
  • 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Sous Chef
  • Retirement Unlimited Inc
  • Leesburg, VA
  • ** Sous Chef** ** Ashleigh at Lansdowne Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care Community** ** Lansdowne, VA** **Su...
  • 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About California

California is a state in the Pacific Region of the United States. With 39.6 million residents, California is the most populous U.S. state and the third-largest by area. The state capital is Sacramento. The Greater Los Angeles Area and the San Francisco Bay Area are the nation's second and fifth most populous urban regions, with 18.7 million and 9.7 million residents respectively. Los Angeles is California's most populous city, and the country's second most populous, after New York City. California also has the nation's most populous county, Los Angeles County, and its largest county by area, S...
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Income Estimation for Sous Chef jobs
$49,403 to $67,442

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What does a Sous Chef do?

Sous Chef in Waterloo, IA
Being a career sous chef requires a variety of skills and talents.
January 17, 2020
Sous Chef in Fort Collins, CO
It is the duty of the sous chef to ensure other kitchen staff members adhere strictly to the recipe and food-preparation standards laid out by the executive chef.
December 13, 2019
Sous Chef in Pascagoula, MS
The high salary, along with the fact that a sous chef has very high chances of becoming head chef themselves, makes for a very lucrative career.
December 27, 2019