Chef Manager – Education Kitchen Leader (Mon-Fri)

AVI Foodsystems, Inc.; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Immense training and growth

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems, Inc. is seeking an energetic Chef Manager at St Michael the Archangel Catholic School in Canton, OH. This full-time leadership role focuses on culinary operations, staff development and budget adherence, delivering high-quality meals in an educational setting.

You will oversee cooks and kitchen staff, ensure food safety and regulatory compliance, and collaborate with school administration to support student nutrition and overall dining services.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Communication skills

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

AVI Foodsystems, Inc. is seeking an energetic Chef Manager at St Michael the Archangel Catholic School in Canton, OH. This full-time leadership role focuses on culinary operations, staff development and budget adherence, delivering high-quality meals in an educational setting.

You will oversee cooks and kitchen staff, ensure food safety and regulatory compliance, and collaborate with school administration to support student nutrition and overall dining services.