Sous Chefs for hire in Houston, TX
Find sous chefs who oversee kitchen operations, manage staff and ensure food quality while demonstrating skills in menu planning, food safety and culinary techniques. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Houston, TX to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Leadership11%Communication Skills10%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED52%Associate's degree29%Bachelor's degree12%Years of experience
More than 10 years70%6-10 years20%1-2 years10%Current company
A Church with no WallsAmerican Cruise Lines
AMERICAN FOOD AND VENDING
Time at current job
1-2 years33%2-5 years33%Less than a year17%
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Last updated: Oct 3, 2026
Sous Chef: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Houston, TX: $61,643 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $48,218 – $78,807 yearly
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Head Chef/Kitchen Manager
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationChild Development Associate CertificationFood Safety CertificationEPA CertificationRegistered DietitianDriver's License+12 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAdvanced Knife SkillsSous Chef
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationCulinary ArtsDriver's LicenseServsafeCulinary Arts CertificateFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsSous Chef/Line Cook
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationFood Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceSous Chef
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAmerican CuisineTask PrioritizationHead venue chef
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafeSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAdvanced Knife SkillsAnalysis SkillsCookingSous Chef
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCookingManagement
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What's the average time to fill a sous chef role?
The average time to fill a sous chef role is 82 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do sous chefs tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a sous chef include: leadership, communication skills and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for sous chefs?
Common licenses or certifications for sous chefs include: Food Handler Certification, Driver's License and Servsafe.
What are some job titles related to sous chefs?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to sous chefs include: head venue chef, sous chef/line cook and kitchen manager.
What level of education is common for a sous chef?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a sous chef in Houston, TX, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a sous chef?
Most sous chefs have 16 years of professional experience.
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