Cafe General Manager, Full-time

Careers Opportunities at AVI Foodsystems; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with generous company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Immense training and growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading food service company in Lafayette, Indiana is seeking an energetic Chef Manager to lead food operations. This role involves planning, organizing, and directing the work of cooks and developing hourly team members. The ideal candidate will have a culinary degree and over three years of management experience in the food service sector. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• A formal culinary degree is preferred.
• 3 or more years of food service chef/management experience.
• Prior experience leading, motivating and developing teams.
• Strong budget management and cost control skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct the work of cooks and other team members.
• Assist in preparation of budget estimates and justifications.
• Evaluate existing operational methods and procedures.
• Evaluate procedures for efficiency and implement changes as needed.
• Interview, select, manage and develop hourly team members.
• Oversee food safety to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Help develop and adhere to policies and procedures for the food service program.

Skills

Leadership and management skills

Budget management

Communication skills

Education

Formal culinary degree

Job description

Careers Opportunities at AVI Foodsystems

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to immediately hire to fill the role of Chef Manager, Full-time.

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