Sous Chef Jobs in Maine

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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Benny's - Sous Chef

  • Portland, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 4 days ago

Our Sous Chef will collaborate with FOH and kitchen leadership to foster and drive our growth....

Sous Chef

  • Deer Isle, ME
  • 8 days ago
  • Deer Isle, ME
  • 8 days ago

Pilgrims Inn Sous Chef Key Responsibilities Menu Development Work closely with the Head Chef to design seasonal menus across all services and outlets....

Seasonal Sous Chef - Blair Hill Inn

  • Greenville, ME
  • 14 days ago
  • Greenville, ME
  • 14 days ago

chef or similar in a fine dining restaurant required 2+ year experience cooking Culinary Degree or equivalent experience Additional Information Seasonal position begins May 1 and ends Nov 2 Shared...

Bennys - Sous Chef

  • Portland, ME
  • 16 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 16 days ago

un BENNY'S - SOUS CHEF (Portland) Benny's image 1 of 1 545 Congress St compensation: SALARY employment type: job title: Sous Chef Benny's is a Philly-inspired Italian American restaurant and sandwich...

Sous Chef, Montes Fine Foods

  • Portland, ME
  • 17 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 17 days ago

Sous Chef, Monte's Fine Foods (Portland) Monte's Fine Foods image 1 of 1 788 Washington Avenue near Ocean Avenue compensation: $29-$31/hour employment type: job title: Sous Chef, Monte's Fine Foods...

Sous Chef, PM - Bennys ... OPENING SOON

  • Portland, ME
  • 20 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 20 days ago

un Sous Chef, PM - Benny's... OPENING SOON!!!!...

Sous Chef

  • Portland, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 30+ days ago

Sous Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the United States, is looking to add Sous Chefs to our shipboard team for the 2025 season....

Restaurant Sous Chef

  • Bangor, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 30+ days ago

WERE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. Were always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, youll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

Sous Chef (Seasonal Summer 2025) - Diamonds Edge Restaurant

  • Portland, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 30+ days ago

Diamonds Edge Restaurant, located at the Inn at Diamond Cove, a Colwen Hotels property, is seeking an experienced and professional Sous Chef to join our team, following our Executive Chef’s specifications...

Sous Chef

  • Scarborough, ME
  • 45+ days ago
  • Scarborough, ME
  • 45+ days ago

Sous Chefs help open, close, or operate the line on any given day....

Sous Chef

  • Bangor, ME
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 90+ days ago

This position reports directly to the Executive Chef and has responsibility for the Universities primary dining facility, Dickerman Dining Center. The position also supports catering operations...

Sous Chef

  • Kennebunkport, ME
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kennebunkport, ME
  • 90+ days ago

Ocean Restaurant at the Cape Arundel Inn & Resort in Kennebunkport is seeking a Sous Chef to join their culinary leadership team!...

Demographic Data for Maine

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Local
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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Maine

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 Maine 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 Maine
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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