Food service director

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Food Service Director at Lake Catholic High School in Mentor, OH.

This position offers a culinarian a GREAT work / life balance, no nights with holidays off. Come experience the benefits of working in the culinary field within the Education Arena!

Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.

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 every day.

Duties & Responsibilities :

• Mentor, lead, and develop the food service team to include leadership, support, and guidance to ensure that food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met.
• Conduct employment activities to include staffing, interviewing, training, and conducting performance reviews.
• Manage the budget and ensure adherence to financial parameters.
• Ensure that inventory levels for both food and non-food items are properly maintained in accordance with client and company guidelines.
• Interact professionally and effectively with all levels of individuals, ranging from client contacts and company executives to hourly team members.
• Provide prompt, accurate, and professional responses, guidance, and information to clients and company management as needed or requested.
• Plan, organize, and direct the work of team members engaged in the procurement, storage, preparation, and serving of food for this multi-operation location.
• Take part in interviewing, selecting, managing, and developing team members.
• Lead, conduct, and participate in meetings / presentations; provide leadership and direction for timely decisions.
• Foster an atmosphere of teamwork and encourage team members to collaborate.

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelors degree or 5 years of experience with K-12 school food service.
• 3 or more years of demonstrated success leading a team of culinary professionals.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of labor costs, food costs, and other related factors.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Capacity to thrive and re-prioritize work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Personal characteristics that include : high levels of confidence and resilience, self-motivation, flexibility, superior work ethic, integrity, and a positive attitude.

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.

Text AVI to 51893 to join our talent network and apply!

We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE

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Last updated : 2024-10-01