Executive Sous Chef Wanted

Executive Sous Chef (Kenyon College)
AVI Foodsystems, Inc.
Full-time

The AVI Foodsystems operation at Kenyon College in Gambier, OH is now hiring friendly, service-oriented people to join our dining team. If you have a passion for service and are looking for an opportunity that also provides a great work/life balance, we want to talk with you!

We are currently seeking an Executive Sous Chef whose responsibilities will include:

  • Select and develop menus, recipes and other requests made by the client
  • Listen and effectively respond to the needs of the client
  • Continuously create and oversee new menu options
  • Proactively identify opportunities to nurture client relationships and grow sales
  • Provide outstanding customer service support
  • Ensure that all kitchen equipment is clean and professional in appearance at all times
  • Follow directions and implement instructions from the Executive Chef
  • Pursue and complete directives with limited supervision
  • Culinary Degree preferred
  • 2 – 4 years of experience in a culinary management/ supervisory/ lead role position is a plus
  • 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 offers:
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