Sous Chef, (University of Mount Union)

AVI Foodsystems; Mount Union (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

Free meals

Training & growth

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is seeking an energetic Sous Chef for the University of Mount Union in Alliance, OH. This full-time role runs Tue–Fri 12:30 PM–8:30 PM and Sat 9:00 AM–7:30 PM, leading kitchen staff and ensuring quality, safety and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities include meal preparation, inventory management and adherence to sanitation standards, with growth opportunities and a strong team culture. Competitive benefits are provided for full-time teammates.

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 client needs.
• Adaptable to changing business conditions.
• Comfortable dealing with fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals meeting specifications in a timely manner.
• Measure ingredients and portions accurately.
• Ensure staff adherence to standards, procedures and sanitation.
• Use knives and equipment such as grills, ovens, steamers and warmers.
• Manage kitchen inventory and ensure freshness of supplies.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and storage.
• Keep workstation and equipment clean and sanitized.
• Take charge of kitchen opening/closing and tasks from the Executive Chef.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team management

High-volume catering

Client relationship building

Adaptability

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Sous Chef at University of Mount Union in Alliance, OH. This is a full-time position working Tuesday through Friday from 12:30 PM to 8:30 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM.

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
• 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
• Free meal during shifts worked

We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE