Sous Chef Jobs in Basking Ridge, NJ

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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Roots Steakhouse In Summit Seeking A Sous Chef For Immediate Hire

  • Summit, NJ (10 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Summit, NJ (10 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our ideal SOUS CHEF will instill the Harvest way by always going above and beyond to satisfy our customers and create a dining experience like no other....

3 West In Basking Ridge Seeking A Sous Chef For Immediate Hire

  • Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Our ideal SOUS CHEF will instill the Harvest way by always going above and beyond to satisfy our customers and create a dining experience like no other....

Junior Sous Chef Training Program ($16-$19/HR): Harvest Restaurant Group, Jump Start Your Career Today!

  • Westfield, NJ (11 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westfield, NJ (11 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We offer a JUNIOR Sous Chef Training Program to familiarize an up and coming cook for a potential management position....

Addams Tavern Is Seeking A Sous Chef For Immediate Hire

  • Westfield, NJ (11 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westfield, NJ (11 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our ideal SOUS CHEF will instill the Harvest way by always going above and beyond to satisfy our customers and create a dining experience like no other....

Roots Steakhouse In Morristown Seeking A Sous Chef For Immediate Hire

  • Morristown, NJ (8 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (8 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our ideal SOUS CHEF will instill the Harvest way by always going above and beyond to satisfy our customers and create a dining experience like no other....

Agricola Eatery In Princeton Seeking A Sous Chef For Immediate Hire

  • Princeton, NJ (21 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, NJ (21 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our ideal SOUS CHEF will instill the Harvest way by always going above and beyond to satisfy our customers and create a dining experience like no other....

Sous Chef-Wait Staff, Bus Staff,

  • Aberdeen, NJ (24 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Aberdeen, NJ (24 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Sous Chef Full Time min 2 years experience. Serve Safe Certification required....

SOUS CHEF - Drew University - Madison, NJ

  • Madison, NJ (9 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Madison, NJ (9 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 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....

Cook II, Cedar Grove

  • Harrison, NJ (22 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Harrison, NJ (22 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details The opportunity Delaware North Parks and Resorts is searching for a seasonal Cook to join our team at Cedar Grove in Kings Canyon National Park,...

Seasons Cafe Junior Level Cook II, Southland Casino

  • Harrison, NJ (22 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Harrison, NJ (22 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details The opportunity Delaware North Gaming is searching for full-time and part-time Cooks to join our team at Southland Casino in West Memphis, Arkansas....

Cook II-Chilton Medical Center - Part Time 12 hours

  • Pompton Plains, NJ (24 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Pompton Plains, NJ (24 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Id : 16382, Title : Cook II-Chilton Medical Center - Part Time 12 hours, Category : Food Service/Dietary/Nutrition, RequisitionType : Professional, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...303,...

CHEF, SOUS - Merck - Rahway NJ

  • Union, NJ (15 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Union, NJ (15 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

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

Sous Chef (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Maplewood, NJ (16 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Maplewood, NJ (16 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Morrison Living is hiring immediately for full time and part time SOUS CHEF positions....

Cook II-Chilton Medical Center - Per Dim

  • Pompton Plains, NJ (24 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pompton Plains, NJ (24 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Responsible for the preparation of food for patients, associates, and all other guests. Reviews menus and customer orders to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared. Principal...

CHEF, SOUS - Merck - Rahway NJ

  • Rahway, NJ (15 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (15 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Basking Ridge, NJ

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Basking Ridge, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in Basking Ridge, NJ 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 Basking Ridge, NJ
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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