Assistant Sous Chef Jobs
Assistant Sous Chef jobs are open across full-service restaurants, hotel food and beverage operations, catering companies, and institutional dining, from junior line-level to senior kitchen leadership, with specializations in pastry, garde manger, and banquet production. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Description
As a chef on our Restaurant team, you’ll play a dual role — part kitchen genius, part artist.
A day in the life…
- Complete a comprehensive Manager in Training program that covers all the ins and outs of running a successful kitchen
- Lead the kitchen crew in scratch cooking our tried and true recipes, while also preparing weekly specials
- Train, motivate and develop the kitchen staff while also focusing on the business goals of process improvements, growth, efficiency, profitability and compliance with company procedures
- Make sure the kitchen sparkles and is always ready to pass the white glove test
You own this if you have…
- Ambition to grow as a leader and pursue future opportunities in a larger leadership assignment
- Been there and done that for 2+ years in full service, upscale restaurant management
- Passion and knowledge about quality food and exceptional customer service
- Solid written and verbal communications skills, as well as basic accounting skills
- Thrived in a fast-paced environment and embraced working a flexible schedule
- A food handler’s card where required by local and state regulations
Pay Range Details
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
We’ve got you covered…
Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines.
Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date.
© 2026 Nordstrom, Inc
Job Description
As a chef on our Restaurant team, you’ll play a dual role — part kitchen genius, part artist.
A day in the life…
- Complete a comprehensive Manager in Training program that covers all the ins and outs of running a successful kitchen
- Lead the kitchen crew in scratch cooking our tried and true recipes, while also preparing weekly specials
- Train, motivate and develop the kitchen staff while also focusing on the business goals of process improvements, growth, efficiency, profitability and compliance with company procedures
- Make sure the kitchen sparkles and is always ready to pass the white glove test
You own this if you have…
- Ambition to grow as a leader and pursue future opportunities in a larger leadership assignment
- Been there and done that for 2+ years in full service, upscale restaurant management
- Passion and knowledge about quality food and exceptional customer service
- Solid written and verbal communications skills, as well as basic accounting skills
- Thrived in a fast-paced environment and embraced working a flexible schedule
- A food handler’s card where required by local and state regulations
Pay Range Details
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
We’ve got you covered…
Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines.
Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date.
© 2026 Nordstrom, Inc
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Who's Hiring
- Wolfoods324
- Marriott International78
- American Cruise Lines73
- Morrison Healthcare59
- Eurest53
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail14
- Sports & Recreation14
- Hospitality & Tourism11
- Food & Beverage6
- Technology & Software3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant sous chef jobs.
- Two or more years of experience in a professional kitchen at a lead or supervisory level
- Demonstrated ability to manage and direct line cooks during service
- Food Handler certification or ServSafe Manager certification
- Proficiency in cost control, portion management, and food waste reduction
- Experience creating or executing mise en place for high-volume service
- Culinary degree or equivalent vocational training from an accredited program
Tips for Your Assistant Sous Chef Job Search
Tailor your resume to each kitchen type
A resume built for a hotel food and beverage operation reads differently than one targeting a high-volume catering company. Swap in the relevant cuisine style, service format, and kitchen size for each application so hiring managers see direct fit.
List your knife skills and station coverage
Employers scan for specific station experience, not just years worked. Name every station you've owned, the volume you ran, and any specialty prep techniques you can execute consistently, since these details separate candidates faster than tenure alone.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant sous chef openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight scheduling and ordering responsibilities
Many assistant sous chef postings explicitly require inventory control, ordering, or crew scheduling experience. If you've handled any of these tasks, call them out by name in your resume's experience bullets rather than burying them under general kitchen duties.
Prepare for a working interview or tasting
Many kitchens ask finalists to cook a tasting menu or run a station before extending an offer. Bring your own knife roll, ask about the protein and produce available ahead of time, and be ready to demonstrate speed and mise en place discipline.
Negotiate your schedule before accepting an offer
Hours and days off vary widely by operation type, so clarify the weekly schedule, split shifts, and holiday expectations during the offer conversation. Confirm whether the role is salaried or hourly, since that changes your overtime calculation significantly.
Assistant Sous Chef Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant sous chefs?
The companies hiring the most assistant sous chefs right now include Wolfoods, Marriott International, and American Cruise Lines, with the largest share of openings in California, Florida, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hotel groups and full-service restaurant chains consistently account for the largest share of postings.
How many assistant sous chef jobs are remote?
About 0% of assistant sous chef openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of kitchen work. The small remote share is concentrated in culinary consulting, menu development, and food writing roles rather than traditional production kitchen positions.
How do you become an assistant sous chef?
Start by building a foundation on the line, working through multiple stations in a full-service kitchen until you can execute each consistently under pressure. Take on prep and scheduling responsibilities whenever they're available, earn a food safety certification, and ask your executive chef or sous chef to mentor you on cost control and ordering. Most kitchens promote from within once you've demonstrated you can lead a section and coach junior cooks.
Can you get hired as an assistant sous chef with little experience?
Some smaller independent restaurants and institutional dining operations hire strong line cooks into assistant sous chef roles if they show leadership instincts and reliability, even without formal management experience. Focus your applications on operations where the kitchen team is small, highlight any cross-training or fill-in supervision you've done, and be direct in interviews about your willingness to take on ordering and scheduling duties immediately.
What does the assistant sous chef interview process look like?
Most kitchens start with a phone or video call with the executive chef or HR contact to review your background and availability. A second round typically involves an in-person conversation about your leadership style, cost control experience, and how you handle service breakdowns. Many operations then invite finalists for a working interview or tasting before making a final decision.
Where can I find and apply to assistant sous chef jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant sous chef jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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