Sous Chef, Full-Time (Lake Erie College)

AVI Foodsystems; Painesville (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join one of the most respected food service companies as a Sous Chef at Lake Erie College. You will lead kitchen operations, ensuring meal preparation meets high standards while managing staff and inventory. Enjoy a family culture, competitive pay, and benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time members

401(k) with generous company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Immense training and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in a culinary lead role.
• Experience in a high volume catering environment preferred.
• Comfortable dealing with fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and food to meet specifications in a timely manner.
• Manage the kitchen inventory and ensure supplies are fresh and of high quality.
• Take charge of kitchen opening, closing and other duties as directed by Executive Chef.

Skills

Leadership

Adaptability

Customer Service

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

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AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Sous Chef at Lake Erie College in Painesville, OH.

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
  
  

Job 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 client’s needs
• Adaptable to changing business conditions
• Comfortable dealing with fast-paced environments
  
  

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
  
  

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Job Snapshot

Employee Type Full-Time

Location Painesville, OH (Onsite)

Job Type Customer Service, Restaurant - Food Service, Hospitality - Hotel

Experience Not Specified

Date Posted 06/11/2025

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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