Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager - Fort Wayne, IN

Metz Culinary Management is a dynamic and rapidly expanding company renowned for its exceptional onsite dining and support services. With a dedicated team of over 7,000 members, Metz Culinary Management is known for delivering restaurant-inspired hospitality across various sectors including contract dining settings such as hospitals, schools, colleges, senior living communities, and corporate dining accounts. The company greatly values a culture of excellence, innovation, and personal growth, striving to create a work environment where team members can thrive and advance their careers. Metz Culinary Management's commitment to quality and service is deeply embedded in their values, making it a sought-after employer in the industry. Their emphasis on leadership, creativity, and teamwork has propelled them to be one of the fastest-growing companies in the foodservice industry. The Sous Chef / Kitchen Supervisor role at Metz Culinary Management is crafted for a culinary leader passionate about food, service, and mentorship. This position calls for an individual with proven kitchen leadership capabilities, who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-outlet environment and is enthusiastic about current, trending, and diverse menu concepts. The ideal candidate will have a supervisory background with 3-5 plus years of experience, preferably within high volume and contract dining settings. This is an outstanding opportunity for a culinary professional with strong restaurant management knowledge and culinary training ready to elevate their career while fostering a culture of fun, creativity, and growth within the kitchen. The role demands impeccable communication skills and the ability to lead a kitchen team through mentorship, innovation, and operational excellence. The Sous Chef will be responsible for menu implementation with stunning presentation ideas, catering, and maintaining high standards of kitchen operations. Working at Metz Culinary Management means joining a family-driven company that supports its employees with opportunities for career enrichment and success, all while delivering outstanding foodservice experiences to clients and guests.

• 3-5 plus years in a supervisory experience or sous chef
• high volume background
• impeccable communication skills
• restaurant management knowledge
• thorough knowledge of menu implementation with stunning presentation ideas
• catering experience
• culinary degree strongly preferred