Sous Chef Jobs
Sous Chef jobs are open across fine dining, hotels, resorts, cruise lines, and contract food service, from lead line cook to executive sous chef, with specializations in pastry, banquet, and farm-to-table cuisine. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The opportunity
Pay
Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $53,200 - $71,800 / year
In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/benefits/.
What we offer
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
- Paid vacation days and holidays
- Paid parental bonding leave
- Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
- Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts
What will you do?
- Supervise and lead the culinary team, ensuring production efficiency, proper culinary techniques, adherence to recipe standards, and high-quality food preparation
- Assist in hiring, training, and mentoring team members while creating a cohesive work environment
- Support food and labor cost management, prepare schedules, oversee inventory control, and manage ordering and receiving processes
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team in menu design and recipe development
- Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized kitchen that complies with state and local health department regulations and company policies
More about you
- Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience with previous supervisory responsibilities in a large production kitchen or high-volume food and beverage operation
- Exceptional skills in high-volume cooking, food presentation, and precise recipe adherence, with the ability to lead, coach, and motivate a diverse team
- Knowledge of best practices for monitoring food and labor costs, menu development, costing, ordering, inventory, and food safety and sanitation
- Proficient computer skills, including Word and Excel
- Ability to obtain ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures certifications
- Capacity to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business levels
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Who we are
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
$53,200 - $71,800 / year
The opportunity
Pay
Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $53,200 - $71,800 / year
In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/benefits/.
What we offer
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
- Paid vacation days and holidays
- Paid parental bonding leave
- Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
- Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts
What will you do?
- Supervise and lead the culinary team, ensuring production efficiency, proper culinary techniques, adherence to recipe standards, and high-quality food preparation
- Assist in hiring, training, and mentoring team members while creating a cohesive work environment
- Support food and labor cost management, prepare schedules, oversee inventory control, and manage ordering and receiving processes
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team in menu design and recipe development
- Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized kitchen that complies with state and local health department regulations and company policies
More about you
- Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience with previous supervisory responsibilities in a large production kitchen or high-volume food and beverage operation
- Exceptional skills in high-volume cooking, food presentation, and precise recipe adherence, with the ability to lead, coach, and motivate a diverse team
- Knowledge of best practices for monitoring food and labor costs, menu development, costing, ordering, inventory, and food safety and sanitation
- Proficient computer skills, including Word and Excel
- Ability to obtain ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures certifications
- Capacity to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business levels
Shift details
Days
Evenings
M-F
Holidays
Events
Weekends
Who we are
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
$53,200 - $71,800 / year
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Who's Hiring
- Morrison Healthcare49
- Landry's47
- Oakmont Senior Living44
- Chartwells Higher Education44
- Arrow Senior Living36
Top Industries Hiring
- Hospitality & Tourism23
- Food & Beverage5
- Sports & Recreation5
- Retail3
- Education3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sous chef jobs.
- Two or more years of experience in a supervisory or lead cook role
- Current ServSafe Manager or equivalent food safety certification
- Demonstrated skill in menu development and recipe costing
- Experience managing food cost, labor scheduling, and inventory controls
- Formal culinary training or equivalent professional kitchen experience
- Ability to lead, train, and performance-manage line staff during service
Tips for Your Sous Chef Job Search
Get your food safety certification current
Most sous chef postings require a current ServSafe Manager certification. Renew before you apply so there's no delay at the offer stage, and list the expiration date on your resume so screeners don't have to ask.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists sous chef openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your brigade size
If you've run a kitchen of eight, apply to operations of similar scale first. Interviews go better when your staffing and scheduling stories fit the kitchen you're interviewing for, and gaps in scale are harder to explain than gaps in cuisine.
Prepare a practical answer about food cost control
Interviewers for sous chef roles almost always ask how you've reduced waste or hit a food cost target. Walk in with a specific example, including what you changed and the outcome, even if the numbers were modest.
Follow up with a tasting portfolio if asked
After a strong interview, a one-page PDF of signature dishes with technique notes reinforces your style and seriousness. Keep it concise, professional, and free of generic plating trends that don't reflect how you actually cook.
Sous Chef Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most sous chefs?
The companies hiring the most sous chefs right now include Morrison Healthcare, Landry's, and Oakmont Senior Living, with the largest share of openings in California, Florida, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hotel groups, casino operators, and contract food service companies tend to post the highest volumes consistently.
How many sous chef jobs are remote?
About 0% of sous chef openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most kitchen roles. The sub-areas most likely to allow remote work include recipe development consulting, culinary content creation, and corporate menu planning roles that sit outside a live service kitchen.
How do you become a sous chef?
You typically start as a line cook, master multiple stations, then move into a lead or chef de partie role before stepping up to sous chef. Most kitchens want candidates who've run a section independently, trained other cooks, and handled at least some scheduling or ordering. A culinary degree helps but is not universally required if your kitchen experience is strong and you can show results.
Can you get hired as a sous chef with limited experience?
Some smaller independent restaurants and fast-casual concepts will hire a strong lead cook into a sous chef title, especially if you've already handled opening or closing duties and trained staff. Being specific about which responsibilities you've owned, even informally, matters more than the title you held. Targeting kitchens whose cuisine matches what you know deeply improves your odds significantly.
What does the sous chef interview process look like?
Most sous chef interviews start with a phone screen from an HR contact or the executive chef, followed by an in-person conversation covering your background, management style, and how you've handled pressure or conflict on the line. Many kitchens then ask for a practical stage or tasting, where you cook a dish or two and work a brief service alongside the existing team before a final offer conversation.
Where can I find and apply to sous chef jobs?
You can find and apply to sous chef jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find the roles that fit your experience and cuisine background, then apply directly to each listing.
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