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SSA Group

Jr Sous Chef

Rochester, NY · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Jr Sous Chef Who are we : SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue opportunities for ...

the Chef Agency

Nectar Room-Sous Chef

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

$75K - $79K/yr

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience as a JR Sous Chef, Chef de Partie or Sous Chef in LUXURY hotels or fine-dining restaurant. Qualifications * A culinary degree is strongly ...

the Chef Agency

Sous Chef-Orchid Club

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

$75K - $79K/yr

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience as a JR Sous Chef, Chef de Partie or Sous Chef in LUXURY Hotels or Private Country Clubs. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring ...

ssagroup

Jr Sous Chef

Salt Lake City, UT

$48K - $65K/yr

Jr Sous Chef Reports to: Sous Chef Responsibilities * Live out 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences for every guest and client. * Ensure restaurant/location is ...

ssagroup

Jr Sous Chef

Salt Lake City, UT

$48K - $65K/yr

Jr Sous Chef Reports to: Sous Chef Responsibilities * Live out 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences for every guest and client. * Ensure restaurant/location is ...

SSA Group

Jr Sous Chef

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Jr Sous Chef Reports to: Sous Chef Responsibilities * Live out 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences for every guest and client. * Ensure restaurant/location is ...

SSA Group

Food Service - Jr Sous Chef

Columbia, SC · On-site

$14 - $16/hr

Jr Sous Chef Reports to: Sous Chef Who are we : For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain ...

SSA Group

Catering - Jr Sous Chef

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

Catering Jr Sous Chef Reports to: Sous Chef, Chef and Catering Management Team. Who are we : For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience ...

ssagroup

Catering - Jr Sous Chef

Salt Lake City, UT

Catering Jr Sous Chef Reports to: Sous Chef, Chef and Catering Management Team. Who are we : For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience ...

ssagroup

Catering - Jr Sous Chef

Salt Lake City, UT

Catering Jr Sous Chef Reports to: Sous Chef, Chef and Catering Management Team. Who are we : For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience ...

Behind The Scenes Catering & Events

Jr Sous Chef

San Diego, CA · On-site

$53K - $71K/yr

Sous Chef and Chef De Cuisine Schedule: Weekend Brunch & Weekday Lunch focused About the Role We're looking for an experienced Junior Sous Chef to support our kitchen leadership team in a fast-paced ...

ssagroup

Food Service - Jr Sous Chef

San Antonio, TX

$45K - $60K/yr

Jr Sous Chef Reports to: Sous Chef Who are we : For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain ...

ssagroup

Food Service - Jr Sous Chef

Milwaukee, WI

$49K - $66K/yr

Jr Sous Chef Reports to: Sous Chef Who are we : For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain ...

Fifth Group Restaurants

Jr Sous Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$48K - $64K/yr

Junior Sous Chef - South City Kitchen Midtown The Jr. Sous Chef is a supervisory role with specific areas of responsibility and accountability and coordinates and supervises work of non-exempt ...

SSA Group

Food Service - Jr Sous Chef

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$19.50/hr

Jr Sous Chef Reports to: Sous Chef Who are we : For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain ...

ssagroup

Food Service - Jr Sous Chef

San Antonio, TX

$45K - $60K/yr

Jr Sous Chef Reports to: Sous Chef Who are we : For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for jr 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 are some common challenges a Jr Sous Chef faces when transitioning from a line cook role?

A Jr Sous Chef often encounters challenges such as adapting to increased leadership responsibilities, balancing time between hands-on cooking and supervising the team, and ensuring consistent food quality across all stations. This role typically involves more direct communication with senior chefs and coordinating with front-of-house staff to manage service flow. Building strong organizational skills and learning to mentor junior kitchen staff are key for a smooth transition and long-term success in the position.

What is the difference between Jr Sous Chef vs Line Cook?

AspectJr Sous ChefLine Cook
ResponsibilitiesAssists in kitchen management, supervises kitchen staff, supports senior chefsPrepares specific dishes, follows recipes, maintains station
CredentialsBasic culinary training, some experience, leadership skillsCulinary diploma or equivalent, technical cooking skills
Work EnvironmentKitchen supervision, collaborative, fast-pacedStation-focused, high-pressure, team-based

The main difference between a Jr Sous Chef and a Line Cook is that the Jr Sous Chef has supervisory responsibilities and assists in kitchen management, while the Line Cook focuses on preparing dishes at a specific station. The Jr Sous Chef typically has more experience and leadership skills, whereas the Line Cook specializes in executing recipes efficiently. Both roles are essential in a professional kitchen, but the Jr Sous Chef is a step closer to management and oversight.

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

To thrive as a Jr Sous Chef, you need strong culinary skills, a solid understanding of kitchen operations, and typically a relevant culinary degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food safety certification, and inventory management systems is also important. Leadership, time management, and effective communication help set standout Jr Sous Chefs apart. These skills ensure efficient kitchen workflow, consistent food quality, and a productive team environment.

What are Jr Sous Chefs?

A Jr Sous Chef is a junior-level chef who assists the Sous Chef and Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations. Their responsibilities typically include supervising kitchen staff, ensuring food quality, helping with menu planning, and maintaining kitchen hygiene. Jr Sous Chefs are often involved in food preparation, inventory management, and may step in to lead the kitchen in the absence of senior chefs. This role is ideal for cooks looking to advance their culinary careers by gaining leadership and management experience.
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Jr Sous Chef

Jr Sous Chef

SSA Group

Rochester, NY • On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

SSA Group rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

536th of 713 rated retailers

Job description

Jr Sous Chef
Who are we:
SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue opportunities for partners across the United States. With 50 years in the business, SSA has refined the basics while pioneering better ways forward. With pillars of focus like sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation, SSA is transforming the cultural attraction industry.
SSA was built by families, for families, with a family's sense of love and dedication. We don't just rely on the best practices in our industry, we customize best practices for each partner to set the bar higher and higher, always. We do all we can to further the mission of our partners because their guests and the communities they serve, deserve it.
Position Title: Jr Sous Chef
Reports to: Sous Chef
Responsibilities
  • Perform the steps of SSA EXTRA Guest Service to ensure a memorable experience for every guest and client.
  • Ensure restaurant/location is adequately prepped and staffed (BOH) for daily operation.
  • Oversight of location kitchen duties ensuring quickservice, food service, safety and quality, availability, merchandising and guest service standards are all met and excelled.
  • Oversight of safety logs including food temperatures, rotation and waste.
  • Ensures proper uniform, hygiene, handwashing and glove use with staff.
  • Responsible for supporting SSAfety training with knife handling skills, ensuring all direct reports display proper use of knife and slicers.
  • Creates daily prep and items lists, delegating to employees as necessary.
  • Actively helps to support operation and fill holes as necessary to ensure smooth service.
  • Maintains a checklist of routine or daily cleaning tasks and ongoing projects or menu planning.
  • Assists Sous Chef assign associates to duties, coaching through projects daily tasks and guest interaction.
  • Actively and efficiently responds to guest and client feedback, with report to the operations manager to ensure that any potential complaints are mitigate against further occurrence.
  • Oversees personnel duties, including but not limited to:
    • Training new employees and issuing performance reviews.
    • Actively managing and issuing progressive documentation to coach and counsel the employee on performance with oversight from operations manager.
    • Reports employee attendance and any hour discrepancies to the payroll department. Oversees break and rest break management for BOH employees.
    • Inspects equipment and performs routine maintenance and cleaning as necessary.
    • Assists team to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner through helping complete daily tasks as necessary.
  • Communicates up to the Sous Chef and Food Service Operations Manager(s) in regard to any issues seen with daily service or quality.
  • Works directly with restaurant supervisor(s) to ensure respective locations are operating to standard.
  • Remains knowledgeable of and supervises in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal laws.
  • Perform other tasks as deemed necessary.
  • Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment.
  • Uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures.

Job Requirements
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to articulate to our General Manager and personnel.
  • Proven leadership skills with an understanding of the importance of team building/development, while fostering partnerships with other branch managers.
  • Exceptional problem solving/decision making skills combined with the ability to be organized.
  • Demonstrates multi-tasking, detail, analytical, planning and leadership skills.
  • Demonstrates the ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ideal candidate is a team player, personable, professional, upbeat and energetic, takes initiative, uses tact and diplomacy.
  • Computer knowledge and skill level for basic office functions.
  • Physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle boxes (10-35lbs) as necessary to operation, which entails lifting, and perform all functions as set forth above.
  • Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.

IDEA + Belonging
  • Promote an inclusive & supportive approach within the Brand team, with networking continuing at all units.
  • Focuses on removing barriers and empowering growth and opportunity for team members at all levels.
  • Leads by example through Sustainability/Conservation efforts; displays knowledge of efforts in business application as well as giving adequate opportunity for teaching to unit staff as necessary.
  • Engages with SSA/Unit in driving community effort through engagement activities and focus. On opportunities of giving back.

Previous Experience
  • 1-2 years experience in culinary

This is by no means an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job description. SSA Group reserves the right to revise the job description or to require that other or different tasks are performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technological developments)
SSA Group, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity through our commitment to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Compensation and Benefits $18.00-$20.00 Per Hour
  • Hourly, Non-Exempt. Pay is based on range in consideration of relevant job experience and certification/education
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Get Paid Early
  • Tuition Discount through Partnership College
  • Parental Leave
  • Meal Plan & employee Discounts

All California Residents: By submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the SSA Group California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Candidate and Employee Privacy Notice ("Notice").
San Francisco Residents: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Please see the "Fair Chance Ordinance - Know Your Rights" document for more information. By submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the "Fair Chance Ordinance - Know Your Rights" document.

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