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HHM Hotels

Junior Sous Chef

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$48K/yr

Junior Sous Chef Supervise set-up and food production areas within the kitchen to maximize productivity and ensure food quality, set-up and service are in accordance with established guest service ...

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the Chef Agency

Sous Chef

Mystic, CT · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Previous Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef experience * Comfortable working in a busy, high-volume restaurant * Experience with scratch cooking and fresh ingredient preparation * Strong culinary ...

The Mexicano | Chandler

Junior Sous Chef

Chandler, AZ

$60K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Job Overview The Junior Sous Chef assists the Sous Chef and Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining food quality and consistency, and supporting the culinary team. This role is ...

Crew Life at Sea

Junior Sous chef

Miami, FL · On-site

$47K - $64K/yr

Junior Sous Chef To ensure the smooth preparation and service to company standards of all food items aboard the ship, ensuring quality, consistency, and maximum food cost efficiency throughout. To ...

The Easterly [St. Thomas]

Jr. Sous Chef

Saint Thomas, VI · On-site

$42K - $57K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

THOMAS] - JR. SOUS CHEF [Full-Time Qualification Required. Terms and Conditions Apply] ♦ NO LATE NIGHTS ♦ HOLIDAY CLOSURES [THANKSGIVING DAY amp; CHRISTMAS DAY] PERKS * Group Health Insurance ...

Fifth Group Restaurants

Junior Sous Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$48K - $64K/yr

Junior Sous Chef The Jr. Sous Chef is a supervisory role with specific areas of responsibility and accountability and coordinates and supervises work of non-exempt kitchen staff. This position ...

Hyatt Centric Atlanta Buckhead

Junior Sous Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$48K - $64K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Junior Sous Chef plays an important role in supporting the culinary leadership team by overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, and fostering a collaborative ...

The Mexicano | Cactus

Junior Sous Chef

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Job Overview The Junior Sous Chef assists the Sous Chef and Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining food quality and consistency, and supporting the culinary team. This role is ...

The Longboard [Sullivans Island]

Jr. Sous Chef

Sullivans Island, SC · On-site

$47K - $63K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

THE LONGBOARD [SULLIVANS] - JR. SOUS CHEF [Full-Time Qualification Required. Terms and Conditions Apply] ♦ NO LATE NIGHTS ♦ HOLIDAY CLOSURES [THANKSGIVING DAY amp; CHRISTMAS DAY] PERKS * Group ...

Fifth Group Restaurants

Junior Sous Chef

Atlanta, GA

$48K - $64K/yr

Junior Sous Chef The Jr. Sous Chef is a supervisory role with specific areas of responsibility and accountability and coordinates and supervises work of non-exempt kitchen staff. This position ...

Crew Life at Sea

Junior Sous chef

Miami, FL · On-site

$47K - $64K/yr

Junior Sous Chef To ensure the smooth preparation and service to company standards of all food items aboard the ship, ensuring quality, consistency, and maximum food cost efficiency throughout. To ...

Provider Contract Food Service

Jr. Sous Chef

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Summary A Jr. Sous Chef assumes the responsibilities and duties of Sous Chef. Liaison between front of the house and Cooks, ordering product, butchering proteins, administer discipline as needed ...

Momofuku

Junior Sous Chef

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$26 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Jr. Sous Chef will assist in managing the line and ensuring the flow of service is efficient and smooth. The Jr. Sous will have the opportunity to learn and develop skill sets such as mentoring ...

Momofuku

Junior Sous Chef

Manhattan, NY

$26 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Jr. Sous Chef will assist in managing the line and ensuring the flow of service is efficient and smooth. The Jr. Sous will have the opportunity to learn and develop skill sets such as mentoring ...

PROVIDER CONTRACT FOOD SERVICE

Jr. Sous Chef

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Summary A Jr. Sous Chef assumes the responsibilities and duties of Sous Chef. Liaison between front of the house and Cooks, ordering product, butchering proteins, administer discipline as needed ...

SpaceX

Jr. Sous Chef - Temporary

Cape Canaveral, FL

$42K - $57K/yr

JR. SOUS CHEF - TEMPORARY SpaceX is looking for passionate, experienced individuals to join our culinary team! The Jr. Sous Chef plays an important supporting role in the culinary department by ...

Golf Club of Georgia

Junior Sous Chef

Alpharetta, GA

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Junior Sous Chef - Build a Rewarding Culinary Career at One of the Finest Private Golf Clubs in Atlanta Pursue more than a position-advance your professional journey and build a long-term culinary ...

Benchmark

Stars Jr. Sous Chef

Chatham, MA · On-site

$54K - $73K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Junior Sous Chef is responsible for assisting in the food preparation for the assigned kitchen(s) at the hotel. In addition, the Junior Sous Chef is responsible for ensuring that product quality ...

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How much do junior sous chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior 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 the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a junior sous chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior Sous Chef, you need a solid grounding in culinary techniques, food safety standards, and kitchen operations, often gained through culinary school or relevant kitchen experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, recipe management systems, and inventory software is typically required. Strong leadership, teamwork, and time management skills help you excel in high-pressure environments and support senior chefs. These skills and qualities are vital to maintaining kitchen efficiency, ensuring food quality, and fostering a productive team atmosphere.

How much does a junior sous chef get paid?

A junior sous chef typically earns between $30,000 and $45,000 annually, depending on location, experience, and the establishment. They often work in fast-paced kitchen environments and may be required to have culinary certifications or training.

What is a junior sous chef?

Junior Sous Chefs are culinary professionals who assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in managing kitchen operations. They help supervise kitchen staff, ensure food quality, and maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety standards. Junior Sous Chefs also participate in food preparation, menu planning, and inventory management. This role is a stepping stone for chefs aiming to move into higher leadership positions within a kitchen.

What are some common challenges faced by a junior sous chef, and how can I prepare for them?

As a Junior Sous Chef, you may face challenges such as managing multiple tasks during busy service hours, ensuring food consistency, and assisting with staff training. Balancing kitchen operations while supporting the Head and Sous Chefs requires strong organizational and communication skills. To prepare, familiarize yourself with kitchen workflows, be proactive in learning new techniques, and develop your leadership abilities to effectively supervise and motivate team members.

What is the difference between Junior Sous Chef vs Sous Chef?

AspectJunior Sous ChefSous Chef
CredentialsBasic culinary certifications, culinary school diplomaAdvanced certifications, extensive experience
Work EnvironmentAssists in kitchen operations, supports senior staffManages kitchen sections, oversees staff
ResponsibilitiesSupports the Sous Chef, handles prep workSupervises kitchen staff, manages daily kitchen activities

The Junior Sous Chef is an entry-level leadership role supporting the Sous Chef, focusing on prep and assisting with kitchen operations. The Sous Chef holds more responsibility, overseeing kitchen sections and staff management. Both roles require culinary certifications, but the Sous Chef typically has more experience and authority.

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Infographic showing various Junior Sous Chef job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,998 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

Junior Sous Chef

HHM Hotels

Saint Petersburg, FL • On-site

$48K/yr

Full-time

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6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

47th of 107 rated hotels

Job description

Overview

Opportunity: Junior Sous Chef

Supervise set-up and food production areas within the kitchen to maximize productivity and ensure food quality, set-up and service are in accordance with established guest service and sustainability standards.


Potential Career Path

Sous Chef – Executive Sous Chef – Executive Chef

Essential Job Functions

  • Train, schedule, coach and support associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values.
  • Inspect daily use records with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef to ensure estimates are completed correctly and associates follow these estimates.
  • Pull all food needed for daily production from walk-in box and utilize all leftovers.
  • Oversee the consistency of various preparations within the cold kitchen to ensure quality product and adherence to standard recipes.
  • Prepares all cold food according to recipes, guidelines and standards set by the Executive Chef or hotel standards.
  • Ensures that assigned work area has proper level of par stocks and supplies according to daily production sheets (based on house count), daily menus and banquets events.
  • Always keep all refrigeration, equipment, storage and working areas in clean, working condition in order to comply with health department regulations.
  • Visually inspects, selects and uses only food items of the highest standard in the preparation of all menu items.
  • Maintain and supervise good housekeeping practices in all areas of the kitchen. Turn in the daily cleaning checklist and strictly enforce the "clean as you go" policy.
  • Inspect all work stations and ensure proper set-up for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner.
  • Prepare daily production charts.
  • Attend BEO meeting and other relevant F&B meetings.
  • Attend associate meetings, offer suggestions on how to solve associate problems.
  • Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.

Position Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Any combination of education, training, and/or experience which demonstrates ability to perform the required duties.
  • Previous supervisory experience a plus.

Work Environment and Context

  • Work schedule varies and will include working on holidays and weekends.
  • Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

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