Sous Chef Jobs in Rockville Centre, NY

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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Cook II

  • Bronx, NY (18 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bronx, NY (18 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

WSFSSH MISSION STATEMENT The mission of WSFSSH is to provide safe, affordable, senior housing that integrates compassionate property management with supportive services to enhance the independence...

Sous Chef-Banquet/Catering

  • Douglaston, NY (7 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Douglaston, NY (7 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Sous Chef Needed for Banquet Catering Experience needed PART TIME potentially to Full Time. Send Resume ......

Japanese Restaurant Kitchen Chef

  • Commack, NY (22 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Commack, NY (22 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Kitchen Chef Japanese Restaurant Location: Commack/ Dix Hills Job Type: Full-time/Part-time Salary: Hourly Start Date: Immediate Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook authentic Japanese kitchen...

SOUS CHEF - Airport Lounge, JFK

  • Queens Village, NY (7 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Queens Village, NY (7 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 1 day 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

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We follow a simple mantra: + + + = The Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the Chef de Cuisine (CDC) in managing and organizing the activities of the culinary department to maintain the highest standards...

Line Cook II

  • New York City, NY (19 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York City, NY (19 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Production and a-la-carte dish(s) execution. Including weekend feast ideas and team meals....

Sous Chef

  • Brooklyn, NY (18 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (18 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Sous Chef Administrative Responsibilities Organize & maintain recipe binders Participate in the following meetings: Sous Chef Attend & support extracurricular educational programs like OBM & Leadership...

OPEN CALL Sous Chef, Host, Event Coordinator

  • Brooklyn, NY (18 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (18 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 2 days ago

OPEN CALL: Hiring Sous Chef, Host/Hostess & Event Coordinator Were looking for passionate, hardworking, and dedicated individuals to join our team!...

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Required Years of Experience 4 years Job Details The Place A place like no other - Re-imagine the experience of membership with the opportunity to belong to an eclectic and stellar community; that...

Sous Chef

  • Brooklyn, NY (18 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (18 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Located in SoHo, NYC Position Overview: We are seeking a passionate and skilled Sous Chef to join our culinary team....

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Barnard College Hewitt Dining We are hiring immediately for full time SOUS CHEF positions. Address: Barnard College Hewitt Dining - 3009 Broadway, New York, NY 10027....

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Sous Chef Job Description Sous Chef Hourly Wage ISS offers full-time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program...

Sous Chef

  • Huntington, NY (18 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Huntington, NY (18 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 4 days ago

. - Strong knife skills and proficiency in various cooking methods (sauteing, grilling, steaming, etc.). - Creative flair and a passion for culinary arts, with an eye for detail in presentation. - Ability...

Sous Chef for Upscale Restaurant and Lounge

  • Brooklyn, NY (18 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (18 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 5 days ago

We are searching for highly motivated, punctual sous chef with a flair for international cuisine. This a very busy restaurant so we need people that can execute quickly with attention to detail....

Sous Chef

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Rockville Centre, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Hands on Sous Chef, American French cuisine....

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Rockville Centre, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sous Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sous Chefs in Rockville Centre, NY 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 Rockville Centre, NY
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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