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Ascent Hospitality

Sous Chef

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

The Sous Chef is responsible for working alongside the head chef to manage daily kitchen activities, including overseeing staff, aiding with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness and ...

Ascent Hospitality

Sous Chef

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

The Sous Chef is responsible for working alongside the head chef to manage daily kitchen activities, including overseeing staff, aiding with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness and ...

Trilogy Hotel

Sous Chef

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

The Sous Chef is responsible for working alongside the head chef to manage daily kitchen activities, including overseeing staff, aiding with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness and ...

STIX

Hibachi Chef

Spanish Fort, AL · On-site

Hibachi Chef * Prep fresh soup, salad, veggies, meats and seafood each day according to the prep list. * Use attention to detail while trimming and cutting steak loins according to Stix's portion and ...

Stix Restaurant

Hibachi Chef

Spanish Fort, AL · On-site

Hibachi Chef * Prep fresh soup, salad, veggies, meats and seafood each day according to the prep list. * Use attention to detail while trimming and cutting steak loins according to Stix's portion and ...

Wind Creek Hospitality

Property Executive Chef

Atmore, AL

$47K - $65K/yr

The Property Executive Chef is responsible for effective use of all assigned culinary personnel to achieve maximum operating results, revenue enhancements, and cost of goods control. Provides ...

American Cruise Lines

Sous Chef

Florence, AL · On-site

$44K - $60K/yr

Sous Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, is seeking talented Sous Chefs to join our team for the 2026 season. Our modern riverboats and ...

Monarch Estates

Sous Chef

Auburn, AL

$42K - $58K/yr

Employee Assistance Program Our community is looking for a Sous Chef to join our team. Responsibilities: * Provide supervision to dietary/kitchen team and supporting the Executive Chef * Assist in ...

American Cruise Lines

Sous Chef

Florence, AL · On-site

$44K - $60K/yr

Sous Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, is seeking talented Sous Chefs to join our team for the 2026 season. Our modern riverboats and ...

American Cruise Lines

Sous Chef

Decatur, AL · On-site

$46K - $63K/yr

Sous Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, is seeking talented Sous Chefs to join our team for the 2026 season. Our modern riverboats and ...

Monarch Estates

Sous Chef

Auburn, AL · On-site

$41K - $56K/yr

Employee Assistance Program Our community is looking for a Sous Chef to join our team. Responsibilities: * Provide supervision to dietary/kitchen team and supporting the Executive Chef * Assist in ...

Provincial Senior Living

Sous Chef

Auburn, AL · On-site

$42K - $58K/yr

Employee Assistance Program Our community is looking for a Sous Chef to join our team. Responsibilities: * Provide supervision to dietary/kitchen team and supporting the Executive Chef * Assist in ...

American Cruise Lines

Sous Chef

Decatur, AL · On-site

$46K - $63K/yr

Sous Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, is seeking talented Sous Chefs to join our team for the 2026 season. Our modern riverboats and ...

Cinemark Holdings

Sushi Chef

Huntsville, AL

As a Sushi Chef, you will be responsible for following recipes to build and execute all types of sashimi, nigri, maki, and classic rolls. Sushi Chef's must have a strong desire to pursue culinary in ...

ValleygoatSV

Executive Chef, Valley Goat

Valley, AL · On-site

$60K - $83K/yr

## Executive Chef, Valley GoatApplylocations: Treehouse Silicon Valleytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR105119Grow with us...Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a ...

Cinemark Holdings, Inc.

Sushi Chef

Huntsville, AL · On-site

As a Sushi Chef, you will be responsible for following recipes to build and execute all types of sashimi, nigri, maki, and classic rolls. Sushi Chef's must have a strong desire to pursue culinary in ...

Kathy G.

Catering Chef

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

I am searching for a new Executive Chef for our Catering division of the Company. Kathy G. & Company manages a main off-premises kitchen space, plus two separate restaurants located at Birmingham ...

Cinemark USA, Inc

Sushi Chef

Huntsville, AL

As a Sushi Chef, you will be responsible for following recipes to build and execute all types of sashimi, nigri, maki, and classic rolls. Sushi Chef's must have a strong desire to pursue culinary in ...

1 Hotels

Executive Chef, Valley Goat

Valley, AL · On-site

$60K - $83K/yr

## Executive Chef, Valley GoatApplylocations: Treehouse Silicon Valleytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR105119Grow with us...Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a ...

Cinemark USA, Inc

Sushi Chef

Huntsville, AL · On-site

As a Sushi Chef, you will be responsible for following recipes to build and execute all types of sashimi, nigri, maki, and classic rolls. Sushi Chef's must have a strong desire to pursue culinary in ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for chef in Alabama is $22.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $28.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a chef do?

A chef is a professional cook who is responsible for preparing meals, developing menus, and overseeing kitchen operations in restaurants, hotels, or other food establishments. Chefs ensure food quality, safety, and presentation standards are met, and often manage other kitchen staff. Their duties may include ordering ingredients, maintaining inventory, and creating new recipes. Chefs may specialize in specific types of cuisine or cooking techniques. They play a key role in delivering a memorable dining experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chef, you need strong culinary skills, creativity in menu development, and comprehensive knowledge of food safety standards, typically supported by culinary school training or relevant experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, recipe management software, and food hygiene certifications (such as ServSafe) is highly valuable. Exceptional organizational ability, teamwork, and leadership are critical soft skills for managing kitchen staff and maintaining a positive work environment. These competencies are essential for delivering high-quality dishes efficiently, ensuring kitchen safety, and running a successful culinary operation.

What are common challenges chefs face in maintaining consistency across dishes and shifts?

Chefs often encounter challenges in ensuring that every dish meets the restaurant’s quality and presentation standards, particularly when managing a team with varying skill levels or during busy service periods. Maintaining consistency requires strong communication, standardized recipes, and rigorous training for all kitchen staff. Additionally, chefs must monitor ingredient quality and adapt quickly to supply changes, all while leading by example to uphold the restaurant’s reputation. Overcoming these challenges is key to delivering a reliable dining experience and building trust with patrons.

What is the difference between Chef vs Cook?

AspectChefCook
CredentialsFormal culinary training or certifications often preferredMinimal formal training, on-the-job experience common
Work EnvironmentProfessional kitchens, restaurants, hotelsVaries from home kitchens to restaurants, catering
Job ResponsibilitiesMenu planning, supervising kitchen staff, quality controlFood preparation, cooking, basic kitchen tasks
Industry UsageHigh-end restaurants, culinary institutionsWidespread across all food service settings

While both chefs and cooks work in kitchens and prepare food, chefs typically have formal training, oversee kitchen operations, and work in professional or upscale environments. Cooks usually focus on food preparation and cooking tasks, often with less formal education, and work in a variety of settings. The role of a chef involves leadership and menu development, whereas a cook primarily executes recipes and prepares dishes.

Is 25 too late to become a chef?

Becoming a chef at 25 is not too late, as many chefs start their careers in their twenties or later. Success in the culinary industry depends on skills, training, and experience, which can be gained through culinary schools, apprenticeships, or on-the-job training at any age.
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Infographic showing various Chef job openings in Alabama as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 32% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,430 per year, or $22.3 per hour.

Sous Chef

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Ascent Hospitality
Traveler Accommodation • 11 - 50 employees
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$49K - $66K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Ascent Hospitality has an extensive portfolio of hotels and a strong pipeline of new properties and acquisitions, but we're not about numbers...we're about people and that remains our foundation. Our culture expresses a memorable experience for all of our Team Members and guests alike. So we're constantly looking for individuals who work well together for a unified purpose. For our leadership, we're looking for accomplished individuals with a passion to serve others, strong communicators who clearly understand the needs of others and trendsetters who excel at challenges and change. If this is what you're all about, consider joining our Team.
Ascent Hospitality is looking for a uniquely qualified hospitality leader to be our Sous Chef!
The Sous Chef is responsible for working alongside the head chef to manage daily kitchen activities, including overseeing staff, aiding with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness and monitoring, ordering and stocking. Delivering high quality, cost effective dishes as well as being service oriented and creative.
BENEFITS:
  • Competitive Salary!
  • Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options!
  • 401k with employer MATCH!
  • Paid PTO!
  • Uniforms Provided for most positions!
  • Team Member Hotel Discount Program!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • In the absence of the chef, supervise the kitchen and supervise the preparation and presentation of foods by overseeing all the food items are prepared according to specs.
  • Oversee and organize kitchen stock and ingredients
  • Ensure first in, first out food rotation system and verifies all food products are properly dated and organized for quality assurance
  • Keeps cooking stations stocked, especially before and during prime operation hours
  • Hires and trains new kitchen employees to standards
  • Manages food and product ordering by keeping detailed records and minimizes waste
  • Supervises all food preparation and presentation to ensure standards
  • Work with head chef to maintain kitchen organization, staff ability and training
  • Verifies food storage units all meet standards and are consistently well managed

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Must be able to understand, read, write and speak English, to effectively communicate with Team Members and Guests and to work with required recipes and menus etc.
  • Must adhere to and ensure that all health and safety standards are maintained in the kitchen.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee works with machinery with moving mechanical parts and must be able to safely and effectively utilize kitchen equipment and utensils that require focus and skill.
  • Must maintain a neat and professional appearance upholding Company appearance standards at all times.
  • Must be able to apply commonsense understanding, in carrying out instructions
  • Must be able to comply in standardized situations with little variation.
  • Must be available to work flexible days and shifts, including Holidays.
  • Must be able to work without constant supervision.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to: stand on hard surfaces and be exposed to warm temperatures for long periods of time; use arms, hands and legs repetitively; handle, or feel various food products, utilize kitchen equipment and utensils; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee routinely is exposed to cold temperatures in freezers and walk-in refrigerators and hot temperatures from open flames on stoves and oven; is required to walk, balance, talk, hear, taste and smell.
  • Must regularly be able to carry and lift items in excess of 25 pounds without assistance.
  • Must be capable of effectively using close vision, distance vision, close and distant hearing, color vision and sense of smell and taste.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Two or more years' experience in a similar role
  • Must have excellent customer service skills
  • Must obtain food Handler's Certificate within 30 days of hire.
  • Must obtain ServSafe certification within 30 days (if not certified).
  • Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Must be able to lead and motivate a team.

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