Sous Chef (PennWest Clarion University)

AVI Foodsystems; Clarion (Clarion County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with generous company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Immense training and growth opportunities

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is seeking an energetic and optimistic Sous Chef for a full-time position at PennWest Clarion University in Clarion, PA. The ideal candidate should have a culinary degree and at least two years of experience in a lead culinary role. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality meals, managing kitchen inventory, and ensuring adherence to sanitation standards. The role offers a family culture, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in a culinary lead role.
• Experience in a high volume catering environment preferred.

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.
• Keep the workstation and kitchen equipment clean, organized and sanitized.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Inventory management

Adaptability

Relationship building

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Kitchen knives

Grills

Ovens

Job description

Avi Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Sous Chef, Full-time at PennWest Clarion University in Clarion, PA.

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 client’s 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
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Immense training and growth opportunities

We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE