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, Horse & Plow

  • Kohler, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Kohler, WI
  • 1 day ago

Sous Chef, Horse & Plow 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 Chef...

Supervisor, Sous Chef

  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago

YOUR ROLE: As a Supervisor, Sous Chef, you play a key role in our culinary operations, overseeing two or more team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations while upholding high standards of food...

Supervisor, Sous Chef

  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago

YOUR ROLE: As a Supervisor, Sous Chef, you play a key role in our culinary operations, overseeing two or more team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations while upholding high standards of food...

Pastry Sous Chef

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

Pastry Sous Chef Are you an excellent leader with a passion for driving creativity and a talent for developing others?...

Sous Chef

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

Saz's Catering is in search of an experienced Sous Chef to help ensure we're delivering The Finest food to our guests!...

Sous Chef

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

Essential Functions: We are currently seeking an experienced, skilled Sous Chef to join our team!...

Sous Chef

  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 7 days ago

Requirements Applicants should have 2+ years as a Sous chef in a full service restaurant....

Cook II

  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 10 days ago
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 10 days ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station May support management in...

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 10 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 10 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time SOUS CHEF position. Location : Komatsu - 401 East Greenfield Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53204 Note: online applications accepted only....

Banquet Cook II

  • Fontana, WI
  • 10 days ago
  • Fontana, WI
  • 10 days ago

Banquet Cook II The Abbey Resort 269 Fontana Blvd Fontana, WI 53125 334 Room Hotel Managed By First Hospitality Banquet Cook at the elegant Abbey Resort Compensation: $15.50 to $16.50 per hour,...

Sous Chef

  • Madison, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 12 days ago

Our Sous Chef is responsible for hiring and training a top-notch kitchen staff, along with the daily operations of the kitchen....

Sous Chef, American Family Field

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 12 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring a Sous Chef to join our team at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin....

CHEF, SOUS I- Franklin, WI

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 13 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 13 days ago

Job Summary Summary: As a Sous Chef I, you are responsible for assisting with the overall success of the food program and overseeing culinary functions....

Sous Chef

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 14 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 14 days ago

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CHEF, SOUS I- Franklin, WI

  • Franklin, WI
  • 14 days ago
  • Franklin, WI
  • 14 days ago

Job Summary Summary: As a Sous Chef I, you are responsible for assisting with the overall success of the food program and overseeing culinary functions....

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Salary for Sous Chef Jobs in Wisconsin

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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
21.5%
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 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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