Chef Manager - Lead & Develop Culinary Team (Full-Time)

AVI Foodsystems; Lafayette (IN); 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 and holidays

Immense training and growth

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems in Lafayette, IN is seeking a full-time Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations, mentor cooks, and ensure top-quality service across all meals and shifts. This hands-on role emphasizes guest satisfaction, food safety, and budget adherence in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a culinary degree (preferred) and 3+ years of chef/management experience, with a proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams and to communicate clearly with staff and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary degree preferred.
• 3+ years of food service chef/management experience.
• Experience leading, motivating and developing teams.
• Proven ability to meet and maintain budget goals.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

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

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

AVI Foodsystems in Lafayette, IN is seeking a full-time Chef Manager to lead kitchen operations, mentor cooks, and ensure top-quality service across all meals and shifts. This hands-on role emphasizes guest satisfaction, food safety, and budget adherence in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a culinary degree (preferred) and 3+ years of chef/management experience, with a proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams and to communicate clearly with staff and stakeholders.