Sous Chef

AVI Foodsystems; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family culture

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with generous company match

Paid vacations

Holidays

Immense training and growth

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is seeking an energetic and optimistic Sous Chef to lead nights and weekends. The company, founded in 1960, has evolved into a respected national food service provider known for high quality ingredients and impeccable service.

Responsibilities include preparing meals to specifications, managing inventory, ensuring sanitation, and supporting opening/closing duties. Culinary degree preferred; 2+ years in a lead role; high-volume catering experience desirable.

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 and responding 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.
• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Customer focus

Adaptability

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Sous Chef Nights and weekends are required 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

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