Chef Manager

AVI Foodsystems; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Career growth

Dental & vision insurance

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems in Battle Creek, MI is seeking an energetic Chef Manager to lead the Foodservice Team on the first shift. This full-time role oversees kitchen operations, staff development, and day-to-day service in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include directing cooks, managing budgets, ensuring food safety and regulatory compliance, and implementing policies. The ideal candidate has a formal culinary degree and 3+ years of leadership experience, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of food service chef/management experience.
• Formal culinary degree preferred.
• Proven ability to meet budget goals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct the work of cooks and team members.
• Direct budgeting estimates and justifications for the food service program.
• Direct the ordering, receiving and accounting of all food products, supplies and equipment.
• Evaluate methods for effectiveness and efficiency, initiating changes as necessary.
• Interview, select, manage and develop hourly team members.
• Oversee food safety to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Participate in the development and adherence of policies for the food service program.

Skills

Team leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Food safety

Education

Formal culinary degree

Job description

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to immediately hire to fill the role of Chef Manager. This is a full-time position in Battle Creek, MI. This position oversees the Foodservice Team and primarily works 1st shift. Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to everyday.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct the work of cooks and other team members engaged in the procurement, storage, preparation and serving of food
• Assist in preparation of budget estimates and justifications for the food service program
• Plan and direct the ordering, receiving and accounting of all food products, supplies and equipment for food operation
• Evaluate existing operational methods and procedures of food service program for effectiveness and efficiency, initiating changes as necessary
• Interview, select, manage and develop hourly team members
• Oversee the food safety to ensure full compliance with federal, state and other regulatory agencies
• Participate in the development and adherence of policies and procedures for the food service program

Requirements

• A formal culinary degree is preferred
• 3 or more years of food service chef/management experience
• Prior experience leading, motivating and developing teams
• Proven ability in meeting and maintaining budget goals
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• A family culture and atmosphere
• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time team members
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Immense training and growth opportunities

We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE