Executive Chef

Metz Culinary Management is currently hiring an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team at McLennan Community College in Waco, TX. This position offers a salary range of $55,000 to $60,000 and features a work schedule that primarily runs during daytime hours from Monday through Friday, supporting an excellent work-life balance. The Executive Chef will oversee food preparation and presentation across multiple dining outlets in a high-volume, fast-paced institutional setting. Ideal candidates will possess a strong culinary background with at least 3-5 years of supervisory experience as an Executive or Sous Chef, preferably in institutional or multi-outlet environments such as hospitals, schools, colleges, senior living facilities, or corporate dining. The role focuses on leadership with a mentoring management style and requires skilled communication, strong restaurant management expertise, innovative menu planning with stunning presentation, and catering experience. Educational qualifications include a culinary degree, which is strongly preferred. Metz Culinary’s Executive Chef will be responsible for maintaining exceptional culinary standards while fostering an enjoyable and growth-oriented kitchen culture, driving creativity, outstanding food quality, and impeccable service delivery in alignment with the company’s values. This position is perfect for culinary professionals eager to grow their leadership skills while working in a supportive and family-driven company dedicated to hospitality excellence.