Sous Chef Jobs in Atherton, CA

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

  • Santa Clara, CA (13 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (13 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 1 day 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

  • Los Altos, CA (6 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Altos, CA (6 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We seek an accomplished Sous Chef to join our Kitchen Team....

Experienced Sous Chef

  • San Mateo, CA (10 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (10 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Description We are seeking an Experienced Sous Chef to join our team!...

Chef Sous

  • San Carlos, CA (4 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Carlos, CA (4 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary: The Executive Sous Chef assist the Executive Chef in all aspects of the main, grill, and/or banquet kitchens (i.e., ordering, scheduling, sanitation, maintenance, employee development,...

Sous Chef - Sony

  • San Mateo, CA (10 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (10 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary As a Sous Chef, you will support the Executive Chef in leading the culinary operations at our Sony facility....

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • Belmont, CA (6 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Belmont, CA (6 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 8 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time SOUS CHEF position. Location : Crystal Springs Belmont - 10 Davis Drive, Belmont, CA 94002. Note: online applications accepted only....

Sous Chef - Sony

  • Foster City, CA (8 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Foster City, CA (8 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary As a Sous Chef, you will support the Executive Chef in leading the culinary operations at our Sony facility....

Sous Chef (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Alameda, CA (22 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (22 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Flik Hospitality Group We are hiring immediately for a full time and part time SOUS CHEF position. Location: Abbott Diabetes Care - 2701 Harbor Bay Parkway, Alameda, CA 94502....

Sous Chef (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Alameda, CA (19 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (19 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 9 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time and part time SOUS CHEF position. Location : Abbott Diabetes Care - 2701 Harbor Bay Parkway, Alameda, CA 94502. Note: online applications accepted only....

Sous Chef

  • Pleasanton, CA (23 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (23 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Sous Chef Department:Culinary Location:Pleasanton, CA Position: Sous Chef Shifts, Time, and Days: AM Pay Range: $22.00 - $24.00 Ivy Park at Pleasanton is a premier senior living community situated on...

Sous Chef (3 openings) - SFO Hub

  • Burlingame, CA (12 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (12 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Sous Chef (3 openings) - SFO Hub Job Location: San Francisco-USA-94010 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $69,111.69 - 86,389.61 About us LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world's largest airline catering...

Sous Chef

  • Fremont, CA (14 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (14 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Sous Chef Job Description Sous Chef Hourly Wage ISS offers full-time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program...

Sous Chef

  • Burlingame, CA (12 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (12 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 12 days ago

The Sous Chef may be responsible for either day-to-day operations on the line or events execution. Annual Base Salary: $77,000+ based on experience....

Sous Chef (Catering @ MP7)

  • Sunnyvale, CA (11 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (11 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Learn more about careers with Bon Appetit: Job Summary We're looking for a Sous Chef to join our awesome team with Bon Appetit at Google!...

Sous Chef Manager - Eataly Silicon Valley

  • Santa Clara, CA (15 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (15 miles from Atherton, CA)
  • 15 days ago

and terminations Supervises kitchen mise en place (preparation for service) of all stations Participates in menu planning and actively manages food production Trains and works with cooks and sous chefs...

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Atherton, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in Atherton, CA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
33.6%
Bachelor's Degree
22.2%
High School or GED
21.5%
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 Atherton, CA
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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