Chef Manager

AVI Foodsystems; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations/holidays

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is seeking an energetic Chef Manager to lead the culinary team in a full-time, first-shift role (Mon-Fri). The ideal candidate will supervise cooks, manage budgets, and ensure top-quality food service operations.

The position requires a formal culinary degree (preferred) and 3+ years of chef/management experience, with a strong emphasis on team development, food safety, and budget achievement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of food service chef/management experience.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams.
• Strong budget management and cost control.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct the work of cooks and other team members.
• Assist in preparation of budget estimates and justifications for the food service program.
• Plan and direct 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.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Team development

Food safety

Communication

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, Full-time. This position is Monday - Friday, 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
• 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