Urgent Hire in Buffalo,NY,USA:Sous Chef/kitchen Manager-Buffalo,NY

Hilbert College, located in Hamburg, NY, is an esteemed institution dedicated to providing quality education in a dynamic and supportive environment. The college focuses on not only academic excellence but also fostering a community where students and staff can thrive. As part of its commitment to delivering exceptional services, Hilbert College collaborates with Metz Culinary Management, a leading company in onsite dining services. Metz Culinary Management is a rapidly growing industry leader specializing in contract dining and support services across various sectors including hospitals, schools, colleges, senior living, and corporate dining. With over 7,000 team members, Metz Culinary Management is devoted to offering outstanding dining experiences paired with restaurant-inspired hospitality. The company prides itself on fostering a culture rooted in strong values, personal growth, and career development, making it an employer of choice within the food service industry. The Chef Manager/Kitchen Manager role at Hilbert College offers an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant team that values creativity, leadership, and passion for culinary excellence. This full-time position includes negotiable salary based upon experience and offers flexible scheduling to accommodate a fun and fast-paced work environment with advancement opportunities. As the Chef Manager/Kitchen Manager, you will be a pivotal culinary leader responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations in a multi-outlet setting. The ideal candidate will bring solid kitchen leadership experience coupled with a passion for food, service, and team development. You will be mentoring and managing kitchen staff while contributing creatively to menus that reflect current trends and diverse culinary preferences. This leadership role calls for a hands-on manager who can effectively balance high-volume food production with impeccable presentation and quality standards. The position requires a strategic, mentor-style approach to management, fostering a positive workplace atmosphere filled with fun and growth opportunities. Candidates with a background in contract dining food service settings such as hospitals, schools, colleges, senior living, or corporate dining will find this role particularly suitable. Experience as a Sous Chef or in supervisory roles, combined with strong culinary training, is preferred for candidates ready to take the next step in their careers in kitchen management. Joining Metz Culinary Management team at Hilbert College means becoming part of an organization dedicated to excellence, innovation, and employee enrichment. The company’s values emphasize leadership, teamwork, and providing restaurant-quality hospitality every day. Those who thrive here enjoy a supportive, family-driven culture that prioritizes career success and personal development. If you possess the culinary chops and leadership skills to excel in a fast-paced, multi-functional dining environment, this job is the perfect opportunity to showcase your talents and grow professionally.

• 3-5+ 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