Daytime Chef Manager | Lead Kitchen Team & Budget

AVI Foodsystems; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; 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 Cleveland seeks an energetic Chef Manager for a full-time, first-shift role Monday through Friday with no evenings, weekends, or holidays. You will lead cooks and kitchen staff to deliver high-quality food service in a fast-paced environment.

The role focuses on budgeting, procurement, staff development, and food safety compliance while upholding AVI’s reputation for quality and service. A formal culinary degree is preferred and 3+ years of chef/manager experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary degree preferred.
• 3+ years of food service chef/management experience.
• Experience leading, motivating and developing teams.
• Proven ability in meeting and maintaining 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

Food service management

Team leadership

Budgeting

Communication skills

Education

Formal culinary degree preferred

Job description

AVI Foodsystems in Cleveland seeks an energetic Chef Manager for a full-time, first-shift role Monday through Friday with no evenings, weekends, or holidays. You will lead cooks and kitchen staff to deliver high-quality food service in a fast-paced environment.

The role focuses on budgeting, procurement, staff development, and food safety compliance while upholding AVI’s reputation for quality and service. A formal culinary degree is preferred and 3+ years of chef/manager experience are expected.