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 - Ruscello - Ala Moana

  • Kaneohe, HI
  • 8 days ago
  • Kaneohe, HI
  • 8 days ago

As a chef on our Restaurant team, youll play a dual role part kitchen genius, part artist. A day in the life Complete a comprehensive Manager in Training program that covers all the ins and outs...

Sous Chef- Full-Time

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

Sous Chef $75k

  • Lihue, HI
  • 1 day ago
  • Lihue, HI
  • 1 day ago

Seeking experienced sous chef for a fine dining restaurant, great starting wage and benefits and perks., 40 hours per week, call, text or email for an interview .......

Sous Chef - Hawaii Baptist Academy

  • HI
  • 1 day ago
  • HI
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Working as the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a facility....

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

  • Lahaina, HI
  • 2 days ago
  • Lahaina, HI
  • 2 days ago

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

Sous Chef

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

Position: Sous Chef Location: Brewpub, Lahaina, HI 96761 Reports to: GM Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 Job Description: The Sous Chef is responsible for maintaining a high standard of food quality, cleanliness...

School Cook II - Kapaa High

  • Kapaa, HI
  • 5 days ago
  • Kapaa, HI
  • 5 days ago

Description Salary Range: School Cook II, BC-06: $4,883.00 Examples of Duties Plans, coordinates and works closely with other food service employees to ensure meals are prepared in a timely manner...

School Cook II - Maunawili Elementary

  • Kailua, HI
  • 5 days ago
  • Kailua, HI
  • 5 days ago

Description Salary Range: School Cook II, BC-06: $4,883.00 Examples of Duties Plans, coordinates and works closely with other food service employees to ensure meals are prepared in a timely manner...

Sous Chef - Hawaii Baptist Academy

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 5 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Working as the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a facility....

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

  • Lahaina, HI
  • 6 days ago
  • Lahaina, HI
  • 6 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

  • Kihei, HI
  • 6 days ago
  • Kihei, HI
  • 6 days ago

BE THE ISLAND GUIDE Create a relaxed destination Promote a learning and training environment for all kitchen member through hands on approach focusing on proper cooking techniques, knife skills, time...

Sous Chef

  • Kapaa, HI
  • 6 days ago
  • Kapaa, HI
  • 6 days ago

Sous Chef Upscale Casual - Culinary Leader Are you a Sous Chef passionate about your culinary skills?...

Monkeypod Kitchen Wailea is Now Hiring a Sous Chef

  • Kihei, HI
  • 7 days ago
  • Kihei, HI
  • 7 days ago

Please use the link below to apply: Award winning Monkeypod Kitchen Wailea is looking for a talented Sous Chef to join our team!...

Food Service - Sous Chef at The Honolulu Zoo

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 7 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 7 days ago

Sous Chef Who are we : SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more....

Cook II

  • Puunene, HI
  • 9 days ago
  • Puunene, HI
  • 9 days ago

Additional Information Pay: $29.13 - $32.37/hour, Main Kitchen Job Number 25036211 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The Ritz-Carlton Maui Kapalua, 1 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Kapalua,...

Demographic Data for Hawaii

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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
21.5%
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 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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