Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager

Metz Culinary Management•Thomasville, GA

42d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a warm, professional, and service-driven Culinary Professional to provide exceptional food service and hospitality in our doctors’ lounge. This role is responsible for preparing, presenting, replenishing, and serving food and beverages while creating a welcoming environment for our physicians and guests. The ideal candidate brings a genuine smile, a positive personality, strong attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills. The Culinary Professional is expected to model hospitality excellence by creating a comfortable, polished, and welcoming lounge experience. Every interaction should reflect professionalism, respect, warmth, and a commitment to outstanding service. Metz Culinary Management is growing and we have an opening for Rock Star Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager who shares our passion for Food, Service and Leadership. We are seeking a Culinary Leader, with a mentoring management style contributing to a culture of fun, creativity and growth. If you have the CULINARY CHOPS and passion for current, trending and diverse menus, and are ready to hit the ground running in a fast paced, multi-outlet setting, we would like to hear from you! Must have solid kitchen leadership experience. Experience desired in a Contract Dining Food Service setting such as Hospital, School, College, Senior Living or Corporate Dining accounts. A strong Supervisor with solid Culinary Training, ready for the next step would be ideal.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Culinary Degree strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Provide courteous, friendly, and professional service to doctors and lounge guests at all times.
Prepare, plate, set up, and replenish food and beverage items according to established standards.
Maintain an inviting, clean, organized, and well-stocked doctors’ lounge throughout the shift.
Greet physicians and guests with a smile and a helpful attitude, anticipating needs whenever possible.
Ensure food is presented attractively and served at the proper temperature.
Monitor inventory levels, communicate supply needs, and assist with ordering or restocking as directed.
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection-prevention guidelines.
Clean and sanitize counters, serving areas, equipment, tables, storage areas, and workstations.
Respond promptly and professionally to requests, concerns, or special service needs.
Partner with culinary, nutrition services, and facility teams to ensure smooth daily operations.