Sous Chef

A Sous Chef oversees the daily operations of a commercial kitchen. You’ll prepare menus and source ingredients and may have to liaise with a range of food suppliers. Sous Chefs ensure kitchens are running effectively and meals are prepared to a high standard. You’ll supervise kitchen staff, make sure food preparation areas are clean and hygienic and meals are prepared in an appropriate time.

Sous Chefs should be highly organised and able to handle the demands of a busy kitchen. You’ll need to be a good problem solver and able to manage several tasks at one time. Attention to detail is important and you’ll need to display good leadership skills. Sous Chefs should be good communicators and able to deal with staff from a range of backgrounds.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $78,364
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a sous chef?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
SIT40521

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

On Campus
18 months
$1 - $14,676
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Chef Chef de Partie Sous Chef Kitchen Manager + 1 more
SIT31121

Certificate III in Asian Cookery

Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
12 months
$0 - $2,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sous Chef Cook Kitchen Attendant
SIT50422

Diploma of Hospitality Management (Commercial Cookery and Catering)

Blended
12 months
$10,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SIT50422

Diploma of Hospitality Management (Sous Chef)

On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sous Chef
SIT40821

Certificate IV In Asian Cookery

Blended, Traineeship
6 - 21 months
$0 - $4,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Chef de Partie Sous Chef
SIT60322

Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management (Culinary)

On Campus
9 months
$7,700
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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9th September 2021