Sous Chefs for hire in Newark, NJ
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 Newark, NJ to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Leadership12%Organizational Skills11%Communication Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED48%Associate's degree25%Bachelor's degree20%Years of experience
More than 10 years56%6-10 years36%3-5 years6%Current company
P F Chang's
Ai FioriAparium Hotel Group
Time at current job
2-5 years56%1-2 years24%More than 5 years21%
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Last updated: Sep 15, 2026
Sous Chef: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Newark, NJ: $73,086 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $54,409 – $98,174 yearly
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Sous Chef
Irvington, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardCulinary ArtsFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRArmed Security License+4 moreSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsPublic SpeakingAnalysis SkillsSous Chef
North Bergen, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipProduct ManagementCommunication SkillsAdvanced Knife SkillsSous Chef
Verona, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
AEDFood Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafe+1 moreSkills
LeadershipAmerican CuisineOrganizational SkillsAdvanced Knife SkillsTime ManagementCasual Dining ExperienceSous Chef
Jersey City, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsSous Chef/Kitchen Manager
Newark, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeHACCP CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipAmerican CuisineTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCulinary ExperienceManagementChef de Cuisine/Sous Chef
Bayonne, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
Servsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Supervising ExperienceLeadershipAmerican CuisineOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsMexican 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 81 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, organizational skills and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a sous chef?
Common licenses or certifications for sous chefs include: Food Handler Certification, Servsafe and Driver's License.
What are some job titles related to sous chefs?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to sous chefs include: senior sous chef, sous chef/kitchen manager and chef de cuisine/sous chef.
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 Newark, NJ, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a sous chef?
Most sous chefs have 11 years of professional experience.
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