Sous Chef

AVI Foodsystems; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family culture

Competitive pay

Full benefits (health, dental, vision,

401k with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Training & growth opportunities

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is seeking an energetic Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations with a focus on high-quality, timely meal prep in a fast-paced environment. You will oversee staff, maintain sanitation standards, and ensure food safety while collaborating with clients to meet their catering needs.

The role offers a flexible schedule, paid holidays, and opportunities for training and growth within a family-oriented culture.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in a culinary lead role.
• Experience in a high volume catering environment preferred.
• Ability to build relationships by actively listening to clients’ needs.
• Adaptable to changing business conditions.
• Comfortable dealing with fast paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and food to meet specifications in a timely manner.
• Measure kitchen ingredients and food portions.
• Ensure kitchen staff adhere to standards, procedures, rules and sanitation.
• Use kitchen knives and equipment such as grills, ovens, steamers and warmers in food preparation.
• Manage the kitchen inventory and ensure supplies are fresh and of high quality.
• Ensure proper food temperatures when cooking and proper storage afterward.
• Keep the workstation and kitchen equipment clean, organized and sanitized.
• Take charge of kitchen opening, closing and other duties as directed by the Executive Chef.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Adaptability

Relationship building

Fast-paced environments

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Sous Chef This position offers a flexible schedule and paid holidays 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

• Prepare meals and food to meet specifications in a timely manner
• Properly measure kitchen ingredients and food portions
• Ensure kitchen staff adhere to set standards, procedures, rules and sanitation requirements
• Use kitchen knives and equipment such as grills, ovens, steamers and warmers in food preparation
• Manage the kitchen inventory and ensure supplies are fresh and of high quality
• Ensure proper food temperatures when cooking and proper storage afterward
• Keep the workstation and kitchen equipment clean, organized and sanitized
• Take charge of kitchen opening, closing and other duties as directed by the Executive Chef

Requirements

• Culinary degree preferred
• Two or more years of experience in a culinary lead role
• Experience in a high volume catering environment preferred
• Ability to build relationships by actively listening and responding to the clients needs
• Adaptable to changing business conditions
• Comfortable dealing with fast paced environments

Benefits

• A family culture and atmosphere
• Competitive compensation
• Health dental vision and life insurance for full time team members
• 401k with generous company match
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Immense training and growth opportunities

We conduct pre employment drug testing EOE