Catering Chef Leader: High-Volume & Fine-Dining Events

mcm; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Metz Culinary Management in Rockville, MD is seeking a Catering Chef who leads with a mentoring style and a passion for food, service, and leadership. The role oversees operations and staff, culinary oversight, and training in a fast-paced, high-volume hospitality setting, from casual lunches to black-tie events.

The ideal candidate brings 3–5+ years in a supervisory or sous-chef role, impeccable communication, strong catering experience across casual to fine dining, wedding and special events,

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years in a supervisory role or sous chef
• Impeccable communication skills
• Thorough knowledge of menu implementation with stunning presentation ideas
• Strong catering experience from casual to fine dining
• Wedding and special event experience
• Culinary degree strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and staff management with responsibilities including culinary oversight, employee training development, inventory and cost control
• Read, write, and follow and give oral and written instructions
• Mentor and lead a team to deliver high-quality food and service in fast-paced environments

Skills

Impeccable communication

Menu implementation

Catering experience

Wedding & events experience

Kitchen leadership

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

Metz Culinary Management in Rockville, MD is seeking a Catering Chef who leads with a mentoring style and a passion for food, service, and leadership. The role oversees operations and staff, culinary oversight, and training in a fast-paced, high-volume hospitality setting, from casual lunches to black-tie events.

The ideal candidate brings 3–5+ years in a supervisory or sous-chef role, impeccable communication, strong catering experience across casual to fine dining, wedding and special events,