Sous Chef Jobs in Soquel, 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

  • Sunnyvale, CA (24 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (24 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

We're currently seeking a detail-obsessed Sous Chef with the leadership skills to motivate an amazing team, all while managing the daily operations of a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen....

Cook II

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Additional Information Pay: $29.18/hr Job Number 24212011 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Santa Clara Marriott, 2700 Mission College Boulevard, Santa Clara, California, United...

Cook II (Part Time)

  • Santa Cruz, CA (12 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (12 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Property At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment...

Sous Chef Thai Cuisine

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 6 days ago

IMAGINE Culinary Group Sous Chef Thai Cuisine Santa Clara Full Time Salary: $34.00 per hour Schedule: Monday Friday (Breakfast and Lunch) Position Requirements: Minimum 5 Years Corporate Dining, Advanced...

Sous Chef

  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Sous Chef Overview Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity No Late Nights! Make Lives Better Including Your Own....

Sous Chef

  • Santa Cruz, CA (12 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (12 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Overview We are looking for a leader and someone passionate about the culinary arts to join our Culinary team as a Sous Chef....

Cook II (Full Time)

  • Santa Cruz, CA (12 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (12 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Property About Us At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work...

GOKU SUSHI hiring for sushi chef , kitchen chef , kitchen helper , server

  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 19 days ago

un GOKU SUSHI hiring for sushi chef, kitchen chef, kitchen helper, server (San Jose) Goku Sushi image 1 of 1 compensation: DOE employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Sushi Chef...

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • Sunnyvale, CA (24 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (24 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Requirement : Previous sous chef experience is required. Perks: Full benefits, paid holidays, and weekends off! Pay Range: $25.00 per hour to $27.00 per hour....

Catering Sous Chef (Google Campus)

  • Sunnyvale, CA (24 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (24 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 24 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 - ByteDance (PM Shift)

  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary As a Sous Chef, you will oversee the culinary department's daily operations at our facility....

Sous Chef

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 30+ 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....

Sous Chef - ByteDance

  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary As a Sous Chef, you will oversee the culinary department's daily operations at our facility....

Cook II $20 per hour - Santa Cruz Hilton

  • Santa Cruz, CA (12 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (12 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Meet with Sous Chef/Station Cook I to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes and other information pertinent to the job performance Start prep work on items needed for the particular...

Sous Chef

  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Soquel, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview SUMMARY: Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and other workers engaged in preparing and cooking food. Reports to the Chef and assumes responsibility for the kitchen in absence...

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Soquel, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in Soquel, CA 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 Soquel, 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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