Chef Manager

AVI Foodsystems; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Immense training and growth

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is seeking a Chef Manager for a full-time role in Elyria, OH. The position runs Monday through Friday with no evenings, weekends, or holidays, offering steady daytime hours and leadership over kitchen operations focused on quality and service.

You will oversee cooks and staff, manage budgets, ensure food safety compliance, and drive continuous improvement while fostering a family-oriented culture and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary degree preferred.
• 3+ years food service chef/management experience.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Proven budget management ability.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Family-oriented culture.
• Competitive compensation.
• Full-time benefits: health/dental/vision/life.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacations and holidays.
• Immense training and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct cooks and team in procurement, storage, prep and serving.
• Assist in preparing budget estimates and justifications for the food service program.
• Plan and direct ordering, receiving and accounting of all food products, supplies and equipment.
• Evaluate existing methods for effectiveness and initiate changes as necessary.
• Interview, select, manage and develop hourly team members.
• Oversee food safety to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Develop and adhere to policies for the food service program.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Food safety

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

3+ years leadership

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 scheduled Monday through Friday with NO evenings, NO weekends and NO holidays.

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