Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager - Join the Team!

Metz Culinary Management is a prominent and rapidly growing company specializing in onsite dining and support services, dedicated to delivering exceptional restaurant-inspired hospitality across a variety of sectors including hospitals, schools, senior living, colleges, and corporate dining environments. Known for its commitment to excellence and fostering a positive workplace culture, Metz Culinary Management employs over 7,000 team members who are passionate about quality food service and leadership. The company prides itself on values and attributes that set it apart within the industry, supporting an environment of personal growth, career development, and enrichment for all team members. This family-driven organization emphasizes creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for both employees and customers, reinforcing their strategic focus on service excellence and culinary innovation. The current opportunity at Lutheran Downtown Hospital based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, welcomes a dedicated and skilled Kitchen Supervisor and Sous Chef to join the dynamic team. This role is designed for a hardworking individual who exemplifies teamwork and positivity, with a passion for culinary leadership and mentoring. The position offers an hourly wage that varies depending on the candidate's experience and includes rotating weekends off, ensuring a balance between work and personal life. The Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager role involves overseeing culinary operations in a fast-paced, multi-outlet setting, where creativity and culinary expertise are equally valued. Candidates will be expected to contribute to a culture of fun, creativity, and continuous growth while managing daily kitchen activities with precision and enthusiasm. Ideal applicants are those with solid supervisory experience and a strong background in contract dining food service, including high-volume environments such as hospitals, schools, or senior living communities. Culinary training and education are highly valued, particularly those with a culinary degree, ready to step into a leadership role that supports menu innovation and outstanding presentation. This position offers an exciting challenge for culinary professionals ready to showcase their skills and lead a motivated kitchen team towards delivering exceptional food service experiences. The role provides an invaluable opportunity to work with a company that not only emphasizes food and service quality but also deeply cares about leadership development and fostering a supportive work culture.

• 3-5 plus years in 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