Food Service District Manager

AVI Foodsystems, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family culture

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacations

Growth opportunities

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is seeking an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Food Service District Manager for our School Service Division in the Pittsburgh area. You will oversee multiple accounts, drive food quality, safety and customer service, and mentor a diverse team across locations.

Founded in 1960, AVI emphasizes growth opportunities, strong benefits, and a family culture. The role requires proven leadership in food service management and P&L experience, with a focus on operational

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading, motivating and developing teams in a food service management role.
• 3+ years of multi-unit management experience; 5+ locations preferred.
• Strong operations background in restaurant or contract food service industry.
• Proven success managing profit and loss statements and budgeting with forecast results.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple accounts in an assigned geographic area according to policies and procedures and federal/state requirements.
• Provide leadership, support, and guidance to ensure food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met.
• Maintain close and positive relationships with clients.
• Perform the job assignments of front-line staff as necessary.
• Manage the needs of multiple groups and balance multiple priorities.
• Develop and motivate the supervisory group of a diverse food service team.
• Create action plans and timelines.

Job description

If you are hard-working, detail-oriented and a team player, we are looking for you. AVI Foodsystems has a variety of positions in business, education, healthcare and leisure settings and at our Headquarters Service and Operations Centers. AVI offers full- and part-time employment with a great family culture, friendly faces and an enjoyable work environment. We are proud of our team members and appreciate the hard work, loyalty and committed service they provide every day.

Joining our team encompasses competitive salaries; health, life, dental and vision insurance for full-time positions; paid vacation and holidays; comprehensive training; a generous 401(k) program; growth opportunities; and a family culture and atmosphere.

DINING

Our dining centers are filled with culinary passion. Our dining team members may include cashier, chef, cook, food preparation, management and many other positions in business, education, healthcare and leisure locations.

MICRO MARKET/VENDING

The number one job of micro market and vending team members is to provide the best hospitality service to each customer they encounter. Some of the opportunities available are customer service attendant, delivery driver, management, technician, warehouse team member and many other positions.

HEADQUARTERS OPERATIONS

Headquarters Operations includes our Culinary Support Center, producing nearly 100,000 fresh food items daily; our Fleet Maintenance Center, servicing over 1,400 company vehicles; and our Equipment Technology Center, supporting thousands of kiosks and vending machines. Career opportunities range from food prep and management to mechanics, technicians, warehouse, and more.

HEADQUARTERS SERVICE CENTER

Our Headquarters Service Center serves as the main support for all AVI operations throughout the United States. Departments include accounting, administration, finance, human resources, marketing, procurement, risk management, training and development, wellness and much more.

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Food Service District Manager for our School Service Division.

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:

• Manage multiple accounts in an assigned geographic area according to policies and procedures, and federal/state requirements
• Provide leadership, support, and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met
• Maintain close and positive relationships with the clients
• Perform the job assignments of front-line staff as necessary
• Manage the needs of multiple groups and balance multiple priorities
• Develop and motivate the supervisory group of a diverse food service team
• Create action plans and timelines

Requirements:

• 5 or more years of experience leading, motivating and developing teams in a food service management role
• 3 or more years of multi-unit management experience; 5+ locations preferred
• Strong operations background in the restaurant or contract food service industry
• Proven success managing profit and loss statements and budgeting processes with a history of achieving or exceeding forecasted financial expectations
• Proficient skill level in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Personal characteristics including self-motivation, passion, high energy, and enthusiasm

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

• 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