Sous Chef Jobs in Kissimmee, FL

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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Pastry Cook II

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 19 hours ago

Additional Information Grande Lakes Orlando Job Number 25042679 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Grande Lakes Shared Service, 4040 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, Florida,...

Restaurant Sous Chef

  • Champions GT, FL (10 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Champions GT, FL (10 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Description The Sous Chef is responsible for the efficient and effective running of the kitchen and food production outlets....

Sous Chef

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 7 hours ago

We are looking for a sous chef who brings the bartaco experience to life through the food we cook and breathe our touchstones....

Pastry Sous Chef

  • Winter Park, FL (20 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Winter Park, FL (20 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 22 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Join Our Team at Omo by Jont - Winter Park's premier Chef's Tasting Counter Experience Location: Winter Park, Park avenue Are you passionate about...

Sous Chef

  • Kissimmee, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Kissimmee, FL
  • 1 day ago

JOB SUMMARY Accountable for overall success of the daily kitchen operations. Exhibits culinary talents by personally performing tasks while leading the staff and managing all food related...

Title: Cook II

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 1 day ago

We Put the World on Vacation Travel + Leisure Co. is the world's leading vacation ownership and travel membership company, with a dynamic and growing portfolio of resort, travel club, and...

Restaurant Sous Chef

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description The Sous Chef is responsible for the efficient and effective running of the kitchen and food production outlets....

Strand Restaurant hiring for Sous Chef

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 2 days ago

The Strand restaurant is looking for talented, enthusiastic, and dedicated person to fill the position of Sous Chef....

Cook II

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 2 days ago

We Put the World on Vacation Travel + Leisure Co. is the worlds leading vacation ownership and travel membership company, with a dynamic and growing portfolio of resort, travel club, and lifestyle...

SOUS CHEF III BAKER at Orange County Convention Center

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Major Responsibility: Participate as part of Culinary Leadership Team to supervise the bakery department who works under the supervision of a pastry chef or executive chef, specializing in bread,...

Cook II

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Hourly Rate: $24.00 Are you looking for a place where meaningful moments are made together? At Marriott Vacations Worldwide (MVW), we make vacation dreams come true for travelers around the world...

Sous Chef, Banquet - Banquet Experience Required

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Universal Orlando Resort believes in-person collaboration is key to our success. Many of our Team Members work in a hybrid capacity, contributing from the workplace a minimum of three days per...

Sous Chef

  • Sand Lake, FL (10 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Sand Lake, FL (10 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 14 days ago

The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef to ensure menu items are executed with excellence in the restaurant. Additionally, the Sous Chef supports managing quality in all aspects of their job....

Cook II: Full Time (Anchors)

  • Kissimmee, FL
  • 15 days ago
  • Kissimmee, FL
  • 15 days ago

carte food....

Assistant Sous Chef Pastry/Bakery- FT, Walt Disney World

  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (16 miles from Kissimmee, FL)
  • 16 days ago

If so, Walt Disney World Resort is seeking Assistant Sous Chefs for our Pastry/Bakery team!...

Demographic Data for Kissimmee, FL

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Kissimmee, FL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in Kissimmee, FL 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 Kissimmee, FL
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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