Lead Sous Chef — High-Volume Kitchen & Growth

AVI Foodsystems, Inc.; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Growth opportunities

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems, Inc. in North Canton, OH is seeking an energetic Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

This full-time role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, while you oversee prep, quality, sanitation and line leadership to deliver exceptional meals. You will collaborate with culinary and service teams, leveraging a preferred culinary degree and strong people skills to adapt to client needs.

Qualifications

• Culinary lead experience encouraged or required.
• Strong client-facing and team communication.
• Ability to adapt to varying service demands and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and supervise kitchen staff to meet specs.
• Oversee proper portioning, sanitation, and kitchen safety.
• Ensure high-quality food temperatures and timely service.
• Maintain inventory and kitchen organization; open/close duties as needed.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Client relationship

Adaptable to pace

Team collaboration

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

AVI Foodsystems, Inc. in North Canton, OH is seeking an energetic Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

This full-time role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, while you oversee prep, quality, sanitation and line leadership to deliver exceptional meals. You will collaborate with culinary and service teams, leveraging a preferred culinary degree and strong people skills to adapt to client needs.