Sous Chef Jobs in Hawaii

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- Full-Time

  • Lahaina, HI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lahaina, HI
  • 10 hours ago

In some instances, the Sous Chef will be expected to be responsible for the entire operation in the absence of the Executive Sous Chef and/or Executive Chef....

Merriman's Kapalua, Maui Is Hiring For Sous Chef!

  • Lahaina, HI
  • 21 hours ago
  • Lahaina, HI
  • 21 hours ago

Merriman's is Hiring a Sous Chef!...

Tommy Bahama Sous Chef (Wailea)

  • Kihei, HI
  • 1 day ago
  • Kihei, HI
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring for a Sous Chef for our Tommy Bahama Wailea Restaurant. Live the Island Life as an ambassador of our brand, all while providing 5-star food and service!...

Grocery Kitchen Chef

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 2 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 2 days ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars. Ensures food quality and presentation and performs duties related to...

Cook II

  • Wailuku, HI
  • 3 days ago
  • Wailuku, HI
  • 3 days ago

Additional Information Pay: $32.27/hour Job Number 25047677 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The Westin Maui Resort & Spa Ka'anapali, 2365 Kaanapali Parkway, Lahaina, Hawaii,...

Up to $1000 Signing Bonus for Sous Chef - Star Noodle

  • Lahaina, HI
  • 5 days ago
  • Lahaina, HI
  • 5 days ago

Description: The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting and advising the innovative aspect of each special, event, and daily menu. Maintains the vision of the company, Hui and Executive Chef....

Up to $1000 signing bonus Sous Chef - Hoaloha Bake Shop

  • Lahaina, HI
  • 5 days ago
  • Lahaina, HI
  • 5 days ago

Description: The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting and advising on the innovative aspect of each special event, and daily menu. Maintains the vision of the company, Hui and Executive Chef....

Sous Chef

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 9 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 9 days ago

Compensation Type Yearly Location The Romer House Waikiki, Hawaii Overview The Sous Chef is responsible for providing culinary direction and leadership for the Kitchen....

Cook II - Hawaii Youth Correctional Facility - Kailua, Hawaii

  • Kailua, HI
  • 16 days ago
  • Kailua, HI
  • 16 days ago

Recruitment Number OHHI-25072 This recruitment is being conducted under the Operation Hire Hawaii (OH-HI) project, a targeted outreach initiative featuring an expedited hiring process,...

Cook II

  • Princeville, HI
  • 22 days ago
  • Princeville, HI
  • 22 days ago

Hourly Rate: $36.87 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...

School Cook II - Kapaa High

  • Kapaa, HI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kapaa, HI
  • 30+ days ago

Hawaii State Department of Education School Cook II - Kapaa High Salary $4,883.00 Monthly Location Kapaa, HI 96746 Job Type Permanent, Full-time 12-month Job Number 2024-02034 District / Complex...

Cook II, NOBU - Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

  • Wailea, HI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wailea, HI
  • 60+ days ago

The gorgeous Waldorf Astoria Resort in Maui, Grand Wailea, is looking for a Cook II to join th e Culinary t eam at NOBU! Located on 40 acres of lush tropical gardens, this Forbes 4-Star, AAA...

Sous Chef

  • Waimea, HI
  • 25 days ago
  • Waimea, HI
  • 25 days ago

Tommy Bahama Sous Chef in Kamuela , Hawaii Please click here ( to review our Applicant Privacy Policy....

Sous Chef-New Marlin Bar

  • Waimea, HI
  • 25 days ago
  • Waimea, HI
  • 25 days ago

Tommy Bahama Sous Chef-New Marlin Bar in Kamuela , Hawaii Please click here ( to review our Applicant Privacy Policy....

Sous Chef

  • Lahaina, HI
  • 25 days ago
  • Lahaina, HI
  • 25 days 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...

Demographic Data for Hawaii

Moving to Hawaii? Find some basic demographic data about Hawaii below.


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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Hawaii

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in Hawaii 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 Hawaii
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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