Chef Manager

mcm; Eastman (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Metz Culinary Management is seeking a Chef Manager/General Manager to lead the dining services team at Dodge County Hospital in Eastman, GA. Ideal candidate will blend culinary leadership with general management across FOH & BOH, catering, retail, and cafe operations.

The role demands a polished, professional director with hospital dining, contract dining, or similar healthcare food service experience, plus a strong track record in team leadership and menu development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a food service manager role (front and back).
• Trained Executive Chef.
• Knowledgeable in Retail Sales and POS systems.
• Catering Management Experience.
• Impeccable communication skills.
• Restaurant management knowledge.
• Thorough knowledge of menu implementation with presentation ideas.
• Team building with recruiting and retention experience.
• Technology savviness.
• Hospitality/Culinary degree a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food service operations and service, including cycle menus and recipes.
• Plan and supervise purchasing, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Manage client relations and ensure sanitation and overall operation results.

Skills

Executive Chef

Restaurant management

Catering management

Team building

Menu presentation

Hospitality

Education

Hospitality/Culinary degree

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Position Title: Chef Manager/ General Manager

Location: Dodge County Hospital, Eastman GA

This position is a General Manager role that requires a Chef background

We are seeking a stellar Chef Manager to lead our AMAZING dining services team at Dodge County Hospital. This is a great opportunity for a first time GM with a solid Contract Dining Services background that includes Cafe Operations, Retail, Catering and all operations management FOH & BOH.

Metz Culinary Management is growing and we have an opening for a Rock Star Culinary and Hospitality driven Chef Manager who shares our passion for Food and Service as well as the CULINARY CHOPS to design, implement and oversee a delicious menu for our valued clients and guests. This is a GENERAL MANAGER role for an experienced Hospitality and Culinary Director.

This position is a prominent opportunity in a busy commercial kitchen and café operations setting and requires a polished and professional identity and winning attitude from a Director with experience leading a team in all operations. Experience desired in a Contract Dining Food Service setting such as Hospital, School, College, Senior Living or Corporate Dining accounts. Must be a trained Chef.

The Chef Manager has an overall responsibility of food service operations and service. He/She institutes company cycle menus and recipes; plans and oversees purchasing, employee personnel programs, scheduling, bookkeeping, customer and client relations; overseas the food preparation service and sanitation; and is accountable for the total operation results.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 3+Plus Years in a Food Service Manager role (front and back)
• Trained Executive Chef
• Knowledgeable in Retail Sales and POS systems
• Catering Management Experience
• Impeccable Communication Skills
• Restaurant Management knowledge
• Thorough knowledge of Menu implementation with stunning presentation ideas
• Team Building with strong Recruiting and Retention Program
• Technology Savvy
• Hospitality/Culinary Degree a strong plus

Metz Culinary Management Values are what separates us from the competition. Our Leaders share our Values, Attributes, and Strategic Focus reinforcing our culture and values every day to our Team Members creating an environment for personal growth, enrichment and career success.

As one of the fastest growing companies in the industry, we continually seek talented and dedicated individuals who share our commitment to excellence. Join our team of over 7,000 team members who share a passion for Onsite Dining and Support Services, working together toward one common goal, excellence, in quality and service. We are committed to providing the atmosphere, opportunity, and benefits that enable us to be an employer of choice in the industry.

We are a family-driven company that delivers restaurant-inspired hospitality to everyone we serve.