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PopUp Bagels 7 Penn

Bakery Sous Chef

Manhattan, NY

$20 - $30/hr

ABOUT THE ROLE: As a Bagel Sous, you will support our Shop Leaders to drive culinary and ... We take enthusiastic individuals and guide them intoskilled chefs and restaurant professionals.

PopUp Union Square

Bakery Sous Chef

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

ABOUT THE ROLE: As a Bagel Sous, you will support our Shop Leaders to drive culinary and ... We take enthusiastic individuals and guide them intoskilled chefs and restaurant professionals.

Radio Bakery - Prospect Heights

Sous Chef

New York, NY · On-site

$66K - $78K/yr

Radio Bakery is growing! Radio Bakery Sous Chef will be responsible for supporting the Bakery Chef and managing the team to ensure the BOH operations are done to the highest standard. They are also ...

Reynolds Lake Oconee

Bakery Sous Chef

Greensboro, GA · On-site

Is timely and checks with chef team before leaving. Makes sure oncoming shift is in place and is aware of any outstanding orders. * Has team mindset and willing to help and teach others around them.

Eatzi's Market and Bakery - Oak Lawn

Sous Chef

Dallas, TX

$49K - $66K/yr

Eatzi's is looking for a professional Sous Chef for a Salaried position managing multiple hourly ... More detail about Eatzi's Market and Bakery - Oak Lawn part of Eatzi's Market & Bakery, please ...

Retirement Unlimited, Inc.

Sous Chef

Gainesville, VA · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

The Sous Chef will assist the Executive Chef in all phases of meal preparation ... Prepares salad bar offerings, desserts, and bakery items and is responsible for maintaining the ...

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Sous Chef

Gainesville, VA · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

The Sous Chef will assist the Executive Chef in all phases of meal preparation ... Prepares salad bar offerings, desserts, and bakery items and is responsible for maintaining the ...

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Sous Chef

Burke, VA · On-site

$49K - $67K/yr

The Sous Chef will assist the Executive Chef in all phases of meal preparation ... Prepares employee offering's, desserts, and bakery items and is responsible for maintaining the ...

Montana State University

Sous Chef

Bozeman, MT · On-site

$33/hr

Classification Title Executive Sous Chef Working Title Sous Chef Brief Position Overview Culinary ... Bakery & Commissary Kitchen, and the Farm to Campus Program. The dining halls serve over 10,000 ...

LPM Kitchen

Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Sous Chef -- Private Chef & Catering Operation Location: Chicago, IL (The Hatchery) Job Type ... bakery program. The right person will help shape what comes next. We are a meal prep company that ...

Eatn Park Hospitality Group

Sous Chef

Newburgh, NY

$50K - $67K/yr

Sous Chef - Parkhurst Dining Are you looking for a values-driven environment with opportunities to ... bakery, and safety items within budgeted levels. * Assist with Executive Chef in menu development ...

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How much do bakery sous chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for bakery sous chef in the United States is $58,998.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $67,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Bakery Sous Chef vs Bakery Pastry Chef?

AspectBakery Sous ChefBakery Pastry Chef
CredentialsRelevant culinary certifications, experience in bakery operationsPastry-specific certifications, culinary training in pastry arts
Work EnvironmentBakery kitchens, supervising baking staff, assisting head chefPastry kitchens, creating desserts, decorating baked goods
Employer & Industry UsageBakery, restaurant, hotel kitchensBakery shops, patisseries, hotels, restaurants
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Bakery Sous Chef primarily supports the head baker or pastry chef, overseeing daily bakery operations and assisting in production. The Bakery Pastry Chef specializes in creating and decorating pastries, desserts, and baked goods. While both roles require baking skills and culinary certifications, the Sous Chef has broader supervisory responsibilities, whereas the Pastry Chef focuses on pastry artistry and recipe development.

What is a bakery sous chef?

Bakery Sous Chefs are culinary professionals who assist the Head Baker or Pastry Chef in managing a bakery's kitchen operations. Their responsibilities include supervising junior staff, ensuring the quality and consistency of baked goods, helping with recipe development, and overseeing daily production. They also help with inventory management, training employees, and maintaining food safety standards. Bakery Sous Chefs play a key role in ensuring smooth kitchen operations and exceptional product quality.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bakery sous chef?

To thrive as a Bakery Sous Chef, you need strong expertise in baking techniques, pastry preparation, kitchen management, and usually a culinary degree or relevant professional experience. Familiarity with commercial baking equipment, inventory management systems, and food safety certifications is often required. Leadership, attention to detail, time management, and effective communication are vital soft skills for coordinating bakery staff and ensuring product quality. These abilities are essential for maintaining high standards, meeting production deadlines, and supporting kitchen efficiency in a dynamic bakery environment.

What are some common challenges faced by a bakery sous chef and how can they be addressed?

A Bakery Sous Chef often faces challenges such as managing production schedules during peak hours, maintaining consistent product quality under time constraints, and leading a diverse team with varying skill levels. To address these, strong organizational skills, clear communication, and effective delegation are essential. Staying adaptable and proactive in solving issues—like equipment malfunctions or ingredient shortages—can help ensure smooth operations and a positive team environment.
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Infographic showing various Bakery Sous Chef job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, and 30% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $58,998 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

Bakery Sous Chef

PopUp Bagels 7 Penn

Manhattan, NY

$20 - $30/hr

Part-time

PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE:
As a Bagel Sous, you will support our Shop Leaders to drive culinary and hospitality excellence inour scratch-based kitchen. With a genuine love for cooking delicious food, you will work to masterevery Bagel station by consistently executing recipes, processes, and procedures and trainingactively to elevate the knowledge of the whole restaurant. You will take initiative as a leader & rolemodel in the kitchen by participating in pre-shifts, shift management, and training & will be heldaccountable for ensuring tasks across the restaurant are completed on time and to standard. TheBagel Sous role is an hourly position and a great opportunity to learn the business and grow withPopUp Bagels!

WHO WE ARE:
At our scratch-based kitchens, we prioritize individuals with a genuine passion for high-quality foodand running exceptional shop operations. We take enthusiastic individuals and guide them intoskilled chefs and restaurant professionals. Joining our team means advancing your understanding ofvarious restaurant roles, honing your culinary skills, developing leadership abilities, and thriving inour dynamic environment. If you value education, purpose, and flavor in a community, we welcomeyou to join us.

Popup Bagels originated as a backyard pickup window, aiming to share a freshly crafted bagelrecipe with friends. Today, it has evolved into multiple PopUp and permanent locations, offeringalways-fresh weekend pickup. Our mission is simple: crafting the finest, freshest bagels. Noextravagance, just pure perfection: a crispy crust, a soft crumb center, an ideal size, and the perfectblend of seeds. We're proud recipients of the Brooklyn Bagelfest "Best Bagel" award for twoconsecutive years, and we're eager for you to experience a dozen of our delectable bagels.

YOU WILL:
  • Demonstrate correct culinary standards, warm hospitality, and a great attitude.
  • Train fellow teammates on each station, seasonal recipes, kitchen standards, andprocedures.
  • Work alongside your Bagel Chef to manage prep lists, waste logs, and food inventory.
  • Delegate work appropriately to the team and follow scheduled deployment and breaks.
  • Successfully open and close the restaurant using the checklists and thoroughcommunication.
  • Lead Pre-shifts and contribute to the Chef's agenda.
  • Ensure that food presentation and order accuracy are met for all walk-in, pick-up, anddelivery orders.
  • Create solutions regarding guest concerns, digital ordering, and equipment maintenance.
  • Help to maintain a minimum standard "A" letter grade by following the Department of Healthand PopUp Bagels food safety standards.
  • Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with orwithout notice.
WORK PERKS:
  • Opportunities for GROWTH in a TEAM environment
  • Leadership Development Competitive Pay: $20-30/hour depending on experience(including tips if applicable).
  • Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Scheduling: Part-Time and Full-Time Hours
  • Complimentary PopUp Bagels and Schmear every day.
YOU HAVE:
  • 1+ year of leadership experience in a restaurant/hospitality environment.
  • Food Safety Certification
  • A desire to create exceptional employee & guest experiences.
  • An eye for detail and solving challenges.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • The willingness to roll up your sleeves and pitch in wherever necessary.
  • A desire for growth in our restaurants.
  • The ability to perform the physical requirements of the position (frequently lifting up to 25pounds and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds). These physical requirements may beaccomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.
Additional Role Note:
The duties of this position may change from time to time. PopUp Bagels reserves the right to add ordelete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of PopUp Bagels or its managers. This jobdescription is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to beall-inclusive.

PopUp Bagels is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate basedon race, age, ancestry, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy,childbirth, breastfeeding or related condition, unemployment status, gender identity orexpression, transgender status or gender dysphoria, marital status, domestic violence,sexual violence or stalking victim status, national origin, citizenship, disability, coveredveteran and/or military status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic,familial status as that term is described under other protected statuses or any othercharacteristic as protected under applicable federal, state and local law.

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