Sous Chefs for hire in Lafayette, LA
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 Lafayette, LA to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Leadership11%Communication Skills6%Organizational Skills6%Education level
High school diploma or GED60%Associate's degree25%Vocational or technical training10%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%6-10 years40%3-5 years10%Current company
The BoardroomWhiskey & VineAcadian SuperetteTime at current job
1-2 years50%Less than a year25%2-5 years25%
Browse Indeed's database of 295 profiles for Sous Chefs in Lafayette, LA
Last updated: Sep 20, 2026
Sous Chef: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Lafayette, LA: $39,617 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $27,713 – $56,634 yearly
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Executive Chef
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationFood Safety CertificationCraneCPRWelding CertificationServsafe+4 moreSkills
Strategic PlanningLeadershipAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementCasual Dining ExperienceCatering Supervisor
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitClass DClass D SecurityCulinary ArtsDriver's LicenseServsafe+1 moreSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingDelivery DrivingDelivery Driver ExperienceSous Chef
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Certified Fitness InstructorBartender LicensePhysical Fitness TrainingDriver's LicensePersonal TrainingDietetics+10 moreSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsFast Casual ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperienceAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingChef
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Servsafe Food Manager CertificationSafe Quality Food CertificationServsafeTWIC CardFood Handler CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceOrganizational SkillsManagementFood PreparationSous Chef/Kitchen Manager/FOH Manager
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseServsafeForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsTeam LeadershipCost ManagementCost ControlPersonal Chef/Caterer
Carencro, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Alcohol CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeClass E+1 moreSkills
LeadershipAnalysis SkillsJust-In-TimeOrganizational SkillsAmerican CuisineFrench Cuisine
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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: Driver's License, Servsafe and Food Handler Certification.
What are some job titles related to sous chefs?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to sous chefs include: chef, lead line cook and chef de partie.
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 Lafayette, LA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a sous chef?
Most sous chefs have 12 years of professional experience.
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