Sous Chef Jobs in Walnut Creek, 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 - Havana Walnut Creek

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 14 hours ago

We are now looking for a Sous Chef to join our kitchen leadership team....

Baker/Pastry Sous Chef

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

Quince & Co is looking for a Baker/Pastry Sous Chef to support our three restaurants - Quince, Cotogna and Verjus....

Sous Chef for catering company

  • San Mateo, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Mateo, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Meat fabrication, etc. MUST have a minimum of 5 years experience at this level with proven track record and references. Pay will be commensurate with experience. Must be responsible....

Sous Chef or Line Cooks ONLY!

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago

New Restaurant - Golden Eye Social -....APPLY BY EMAIL ONLY! Hiring for all BOH positions. Opening soon. Looking for people with at least 3-4 years experience in either position. $21-$25 per hour...

Sous Chef

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Please FiDi is looking for a seasoned and service oriented professional to take the helm as Sous Chef for The Holbrook House in the heart of San Franciscos...

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We have an opening for a full time SOUS CHEF position. Location: Mission Provision - 555 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94105. Note: online applications accepted only....

Sous Chef

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We are now offering two unique dining experiences: a highly adaptable set price menu which can be enjoyed in the main dining room as well as an a la carte menu in the bar and lounge....

Tartine - Manufactory Hiring An AM/PM Hourly Sous Chef!

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Tartine - Manufactory is hiring an AM/PM Sous Chef (Non-Exempt)!...

Sous Chef

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 5 days ago

At least 1 year experience as a Sous Chef in a similar concept. Culinary degree preferred....

Sous Chef

  • Corte Madera, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Corte Madera, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 7 days ago

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

Sous Chef - Fine Dining Restaurant

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 9 days ago

a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join their team, offering outstanding compensation, benefits, and career growth opportunity....

Sous Chef

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 10 days ago

What Youll Do: As a Sous Chef at Yokai, youll work closely with our Chef de Cuisine to support the daily operations of the kitchen and help bring our culinary vision to life....

Sous Chef, Operations

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef or the Executive Chef for the unit, the Sous Chef, Operations assists the Executive Sous Chef Operations or the Executive Chef in designing and preparing meals for...

Pastry Sous Chef

  • Canyon, CA (6 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Canyon, CA (6 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Our Sous Chef are relied upon to report these and work with several other positions to correct....

Sous Chef - New Project

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Michelin Starred, Celebrity Chef, Michael Mina looking for an experienced Sous Chef for a new project opening in mid 2025!...

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Walnut Creek, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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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