Executive Chef (PennWest California)

Job Description

Job Description

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the position of Executive Chef, Full-time at PennWest University in California, 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:

• Create unique and innovative menus
• Develop and implement culinary standards, guidelines and procedures
• Oversee all production of food
• Hire, orient and train team members to ensure that the highest standards of quality are met
• Create and manage production team member schedules
• Order food, kitchen supplies and equipment in accordance with company vendor policies
• Conduct regular physical inventory of food and non-food items
• Establish controls to minimize food and supply waste and theft
• Project annual food and labor costs and monitor actual financial results
• Plan and supervise special events
• Handle any food preparation issues (i.e. food shortages, excesses, outdated products, poor quality) by taking action to correct problems

Requirements:

• Executive Chef experience managing a busy kitchen
• Culinary certification preferred
• Experience ordering and monitoring supplies
• Creativity and passion to help our team produce innovative dishes
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• A passion towards safety and sanitation
• Ability to create a talented staff to provide consistency in all food and service functions
• Professional appearance
• Ability to provide a high level of customer service
• Ability to work overtime, nights and weekends as needed

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