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Sous Chef in the US

Average Base Salary Compensation
$68,152
2% of roles are tipped, 84% of roles are paid salary
Median $70K
Min: $33.3K
Max: $101K
Sous Chef Compensation Ranges
Based on
8,247
Sous Chef Jobs in the US
Across
12,683
Hospitality businesses in the US
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Sous Chef Compensation in the US

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% Distribution by Job Type
Full Time 95%
Seasonal 1%
Full/Part Time 4%
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Median Compensation by Business Type
Fine Dining / Upscale $71.5K
Low: $33.3K
High: $100K
Casual $70K
Low: $33.3K
High: $95K
Fast Food $70K
Low: $36.4K
High: $92.5K
Hotel $72.5K
Low: $40K
High: $95K
Other $60K
Low: $34.3K
High: $95K
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Median Compensation by Experience
0-1 year $66.9K
Low: $33.3K
High: $92.5K
2-4 years $70K
Low: $33.3K
High: $100K
4+ years $75K
Low: $37.4K
High: $100K
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Related Positions & Compensation
PositionPos.
Average CompensationAvg. Comp.
Compensation Range
Line Cook
$21.20
Median $21.00
Low: $14.00
High: $30.94
Executive Chef
$98,549
Median $95K
Low: $50.4K
High: $160K
Lead Line Cook
$21.24
Median $21.00
Low: $14.00
High: $30.80
Executive Sous Chef
$81,450
Median $80K
Low: $47.8K
High: $117K
Kitchen Manager
$28.67
Median $27.50
Low: $15.00
High: $53.13
Pastry Sous Chef
$66,054
Median $70K
Low: $29.1K
High: $115K
Executive Pastry Chef
$72,240
Median $75K
Low: $29.1K
High: $150K
Pastry Chef
$28.05
Median $24.50
Low: $14.00
High: $62.50
Prep Cook
$20.15
Median $20.00
Low: $11.75
High: $33.20
Catering Chef
$26.58
Median $24.00
Low: $15.00
High: $52.88
Average Benefits
Health Insurance
86%
Dental Insurance
69%
Vision Insurance
65%
Paid Time Off
87%
401(k)
64%
Commuter Benefits
49%
Potential Bonuses
45%
Dining Discounts
63%
Wellness Program
32%
Life Insurance
6%
Equity Stock Options
0%
Profit Sharing
0%
Travel Expenses
0%
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Career Resources for Sous Chef

Top Required Skills for a Sous Chef
Communication
65.47% have this skill
Leadership
64.98% have this skill
Time Management
60.75% have this skill
Teamwork
59.52% have this skill
Adaptability
57.21% have this skill
Attention to Detail
56.44% have this skill
Sous Chef Jobs in the US

Sous Chef

Johnny Delmonico's Steakhouse
Madison, WI
Full Time
About Position: The Sous Chef is responsible for planning and directing food preparation in kitchens. The Sous Chef’s responsibilities involve a large degree of...
View Job$65,000

Sous Chef

Pearl & Mary
Philadelphia, PA
Full Time
Sous Chef - Pearl & Mary Oyster Bar Schulson Collective Reports to: Executive Chef / Executive Sous Chef   Summary / Objective The Sous...
View JobBased on Experience

Sous Chef

Thai Diner
New York, NY
Full Time
We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our team and help contribute to our continued growth. This is a leadership position...
View Job$80,000 - $85,000

Sous Chef I - Calabasas

Jon & Vinny's
Los Angeles, CA
Full Time
Who we are Join the team at Jon & Vinny’s, where passion for great food and genuine hospitality come together in a fast-paced, energetic...
View Job$70,500 - $75,000

Sous Chef II - Calabasas

Jon & Vinny's
Los Angeles, CA
Full Time
Who we are Join the team at Jon & Vinny’s, where passion for great food and genuine hospitality come together in a fast-paced, energetic...
View Job$70,500 - $80,000

Lead Sous Chef - Calabasas

Jon & Vinny's
Los Angeles, CA
Full Time
Who we are Join the team at Jon & Vinny’s, where passion for great food and genuine hospitality come together in a fast-paced, energetic...
View Job$70,500 - $85,000

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