Director of Catering

AVI Foodsystems; Clarion (Clarion County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems seeks a dynamic Director of Catering to lead its team in Clarion, PA. The role encompasses overseeing catering events, managing staff development, and maintaining high service standards. With a focus on growth, competitive benefits, and a family-oriented culture, this is a prime opportunity in the food service industry.

Benefits

Immense training and growth opportunities

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

Qualifications

• Five or more years of management experience in the catering field.
• Exceptional interpersonal and decision-making abilities.
• Operational knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events.
• Hire, train, and schedule catering staff.
• Ensure successful operations of catering functions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Catering billing systems

Job description

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AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Director of Catering in Clarion, PA.

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:

• Coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events
• Hire, train, and schedule catering staff
• Actively participate in the development of existing catering staff in service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures
• Oversee ordering, receiving and billing functions
• Follow up on all catered events
• Ensure successful operations of catering functions including preparation, transportation, setup, and cleanup of all events
• Engage professionally with individuals at all levels
• Monitor care and operation of delivery vehicles
  
  

Job Requirements:

• Five or more years of management experience in the catering field
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and decision making ability
• Ability to lead, supervise, train and coordinate the catering team
• Willingness and availability to work a flexible schedule
• Hands on approach to training and development of the service team
• Operational knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and catering billing systems
• ServSafe Certification preferred
  
  

Benefits:

AVI is proud of its team members and appreciates the hard work, loyalty and committed service they provide every day and we offer the following:

• Immense training and growth opportunities
• 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
  
  

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Job Snapshot

Employee Type Full-Time

Location Clarion, PA (Onsite)

Job Type Management

Experience Not Specified

Date Posted 05/14/2025

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  General Business, Management, and Administrative

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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