Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager

Metz Culinary Management • Erie, PA

77d • Onsite

About The Position

Metz Culinary Management is seeking a Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager who is passionate about food, service, and leadership. The ideal candidate will be a culinary leader with a mentoring management style, contributing to a culture of fun, creativity, and growth. This role requires strong culinary skills and a passion for current, trending, and diverse menus, suitable for a fast-paced, multi-outlet setting. Experience in contract dining food service (hospital, school, college, senior living, or corporate dining) is desired. A strong supervisor with solid culinary training, ready for the next step, would be ideal.

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of supervisory experience or Sous Chef experience
• High volume background
• Impeccable communication skills
• Restaurant management knowledge
• Thorough knowledge of menu implementation with stunning presentation ideas
• Catering experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a Contract Dining Food Service setting (Hospital, School, College, Senior Living or Corporate Dining accounts)
• Culinary Degree strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations with a focus on food quality, service, and leadership.
• Mentor team members and foster a culture of fun, creativity, and growth.
• Implement diverse and trending menus with a focus on stunning presentation.
• Manage high-volume kitchen operations.
• Oversee catering experiences.
• Ensure adherence to company values and strategic focus.

Benefits

• Opportunity for personal growth, enrichment, and career success
• Benefits that enable us to be an employer of choice

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree