Sous Chef Jobs in Texas
Sous Chef jobs in Texas are concentrated in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where hotel groups, independent fine-dining restaurants, and large resort and convention properties drive consistent demand at every level from entry-level line leadership to executive sous chef. Employers with a durable Texas presence include Marriott International, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, and H-E-B, the statewide grocery retailer operating its own prepared-food and culinary programs. The most in-demand specialties are modern Tex-Mex and regional American cuisine, large-volume banquet and catering operations, and farm-to-table fine dining. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The Opportunity:
Hotel Saint Augustine seeks an enthusiastic Sous Chef to join our team. In this role, you will be collaborating closely with the broader food and beverage operations team. You will be part of a team that is passionate about celebrating creativity and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Who We Are:
At the center of the Montrose district sits Hotel Saint Augustine, located across from the Menil Collection campus near the Menil Drawing Institute. It is home to 71 hotel rooms and suites, a restaurant, a small event space, an intimate lobby bar and a cloistered circular courtyard pool. The property takes inspiration from the spirit of the museum collection and of Houston itself—a duality of old world and new, a rich diversity and a forward-thinking sensibility.
We’re Proud to Offer Exceptional Benefits, which Include:
· Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match
· Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
· Free parking
· Generous Paid Time Off
· Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace
· Discounts at various retailers –Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more
The Role:
The goal of the Sous Chef is to work directly with and in the absence of the Executive Chef to maintain and improve the culinary operations. The ideal Sous Chef will accomplish this by monitoring the daily functions of the culinary department, including providing support and guidance to the culinary team, ending in a positive guest experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support senior leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities
- Assume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and all other hotel departments
- Supervise departmental Sous Chefs performance and provide them council as to the preparation and cooking of various food items
- Develop and implement creative menu items that adhere to Hyatt brand standards
- Plan, coordinate & implement special events and holiday functions
- Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiring
- Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction results
- Monitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality and consistency on a daily basis ensuring financial performance and control
- Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment
- Organize and facilitate departmental meetings, training and goals setting
Qualifications
Experience Required:
· In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations
· Possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills
· Experience with training, financial management and customer service
· Proficient in general computer knowledge
· A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast-paced customer service environment
· Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner
· Culinary education and/or appropriate level of on-the-job training and hotel culinary experience
· Geographic and schedule flexibility preferred
We welcome you:
Research shows that individuals tend to apply to jobs only if they meet all the listed jobqualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We’d love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Pay: $51,830.77 - $70,419.86 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
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Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality & Tourism
- Education
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sous chef jobs across Texas.
- Minimum two years of line cook or kitchen leadership experience in a professional setting
- Demonstrated ability to manage prep schedules, inventory, and food cost controls
- ServSafe Food Manager Certification or equivalent Texas-recognized food handler credential
- Experience leading a kitchen brigade and training junior cooks on technique and safety
- Proficiency with menu development, recipe costing, and seasonal ingredient sourcing
- Strong knowledge of sanitation standards and Texas Department of State Health Services food code
Sous Chef Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sous chef in Texas?
The most common path in Texas starts with several years of line cook experience, followed by a promotion to lead cook or chef de partie at a hotel, restaurant group, or resort property. Texas does not require a state-issued culinary license, but employers consistently favor candidates who hold a ServSafe Food Manager Certification, which is administered through the Texas Department of State Health Services. A culinary degree from a program like the Culinary Institute LeNôtre in Houston or Le Cordon Bleu's former Dallas campus strengthens applications at higher-end properties.
Which companies hire sous chefs in Texas?
Texas sous chef roles are posted by Eurest, Omni Hotels, and White Lodging and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's density of luxury hotels, large casino resorts along the Gulf Coast, and regional steakhouse and Tex-Mex chains creates a wide range of employer types actively recruiting at this level.
Which Texas cities have the most sous chef jobs?
Dallas, Houston, and Austin have the most sous chef openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its internationally recognized restaurant scene and concentration of major hotel groups downtown and in the Galleria corridor, while Dallas draws volume from its upscale suburban dining districts and large convention hotel operators, and San Antonio benefits from its year-round tourism economy centered on the River Walk and large resort properties.
Are there remote sous chef jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Sous chef work is almost entirely hands-on, requiring physical presence in a kitchen to lead prep, supervise line cooks, and maintain quality during service. About 3% of sous chef openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those exceptions typically involve corporate culinary consulting, menu development project roles, or food-and-beverage management positions at multi-unit operators where some administrative duties are performed off-site.
How can I get hired as a sous chef in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a line cook or prep cook role at a Texas hotel, resort, or multi-unit restaurant group and building toward promotion internally. Large Texas employers like Marriott properties in Houston and Dallas and Whataburger's corporate culinary team run structured kitchen development programs for candidates at the early stages of their careers. Moving from a lead line cook or chef de partie role is the standard lateral step into a sous chef title. Holding a current ServSafe Food Manager Certification before you apply gives you a measurable edge over candidates who do not.
Where can I find and apply to sous chef jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to sous chef jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings pulled from employers actively hiring right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred city, and kitchen type, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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