Chef Manager na Metz Culinary Management

Title: Retail Chef Manager

Location: Niagara University, Niagara University NY 14109

Pay: $63,000-$68,000, based on experience

Join our growing team at Niagara University Dining! Reporting to the Operations Manager and Executive Chef, the Retail Chef Manager will have oversight and fiscal responsibility for the retail dining program. Our ideal candidate is well versed in food service operations including scheduling, ordering, inventory, menu planning, food production, and people management - experience in a union setting preferred. 

With the support of a supervisory team and front line team of 30, the Retail Chef Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of four dining concepts, a c-store, and a coffee kiosk in a food court setting. This position provides support to other areas of the dining program as needed, including summer orientation, new student orientation, move-in weekend, and large catering events/weekends.

Enjoy the perks of working at a university with major holidays off (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, Easter, Fourth of July) and fast-paced academic years balanced with slower summer months - this position is year-round.

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.