Sous Chef Jobs in Wisconsin

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

  • Fontana, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Fontana, WI
  • 1 day ago

Sous Chef at The historic Abbey Resort Compensation: $60,000 to $65,000 per year, Full-Time BASIC FUNCTION: The Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef in managing the kitchen operations, ensuring that...

Restaurant Sous Chef, American Family Field

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring a Sous Chef to join our team at J. Leinenkugel's Barrel Yard Restaurant at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin....

Restaurant Sous Chef

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 3 days ago

Restaurant Sous Chef Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,829 current hospitality jobs what where Restaurant Sous Chef Delaware...

Sous Chef, Whistling Straits - (req66404)

  • Kohler, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Kohler, WI
  • 4 days ago

Sous Chef, Whistling Straits Sheboygan, WI, United States req66404 Posted on: 4/10/2025 Sous Chef, Whistling Straits Work Mode: Onsite Location: Onsite - Kohler, WI Opportunity The Sous Chef position...

Sous Chef

  • Menomonie, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Menomonie, WI
  • 5 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB ID: 21529 INTRODUCTION: SOUS CHEF - 75% PositionOfficial UW Title: CHEF University Dining\'s Sous Chef position in theMemorial Student Center works with the Executive Chef to prepare...

Sous Chef, Whistling Straits

  • Sheboygan, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Sheboygan, WI
  • 6 days ago

Sous Chef, Whistling Straits Work Mode: Onsite Location: Onsite - Kohler, WI Opportunity The Sous Chef position is responsible for leading the day-to-day culinary operations in the absence of the Head...

Cook II

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 7 days ago

Do you strive to set yourself apart by your gracious service and impeccable style? Are you passionate and energetic about delivering exceptional experiences to guests in the premier luxury hotel...

Potawatomi Sportsbook Sous Chef

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 8 days ago

As a Sports Bar Sous Chef you will assist Sports Bar in leading the Sports Bar cooks by assigning work, enforcing food quality standards, and ensuring guest satisfaction....

Sous Chef - Velvet Buffalo

  • Beloit, WI
  • 9 days ago
  • Beloit, WI
  • 9 days ago

As the Sous Chef, you are responsible for effectively directing and supervising the daily operation of the kitchen including but not limited to training, motivating, and monitoring of kitchen staff,...

Sous Chef - Dawn Manor

  • Lake Delton, WI
  • 9 days ago
  • Lake Delton, WI
  • 9 days ago

Job Details Level : Experienced Job Location : New Dawn Manor - Lake Delton, WI Position Type : Full Time Education Level : 2 Year Degree Salary Range : $55000.00 - $60000.00 Salary Job Shift :...

Sous Chef Lombardis Steakhouse & Hotel Outlets

  • Little Chute, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • Little Chute, WI
  • 12 days ago

Sous Chef Vince Lombardi's Steakhouse & Hotel Outlets Direct and supervise the efficient operation of food production areas....

Rock and Brews Sous Chef

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 16 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 16 days ago

As the Rock & Brews Sous Chef you will assist the Rock & Brews Chef in leading the Rock & Brews Back of House by assigning work, enforcing food quality standards, and ensuring guest satisfaction....

Dream Dance Steakhouse Sous Chef

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 16 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 16 days ago

As the Fine Dining Sous Chef you will assist the Fine Dining Chef in leading the Dream Dance Steak Back of House by assigning work, enforcing food quality standards, and ensuring guest satisfaction....

Traveling Sous Chef

  • Madison, WI
  • 17 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 17 days ago

Traveling Sous Chef Location: Madison, WI Traveling Sous Chef StoryPoint Group Travel will be within our senior living communities in the Midwest Position Summary: The Traveling sous chef is responsible...

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • River Hills, WI
  • 19 days ago
  • River Hills, WI
  • 19 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details We are hiring immediately for a full time SOUS CHEF position....

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
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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