AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of
Food Service Director.This position is a Campus Services Resident Director in training, that will go through an extensive training to become a Director once a permanent Director position is available. Must be willing to relocate within their region once a new account would be sold in the company. 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: - Serve as the main communicator and day-to-day client contact, fostering positive client relationships and ensuring excellence in service and quality of products
- Plan, organize and direct the work of team members engaged in the procurement, storage, preparation and serving of food for this multi-operation location
- Provide leadership, support and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met
- Prepare and maintain budgets including purchasing and staffing expenditures
- Approve food orders and ensure a proper level of inventory to meet demand and minimize cost and waste
- Routinely monitor budget compliance and recommend changes as needed to maintain operational quality
- Take part in interviewing, selecting, managing and developing of 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
Job Requirements:
- 3 or more years of food service management experience
- A background as a chef or trained in culinary arts
- Demonstrated success in managing and developing teams to achieve desired results
- Proficiency with financial aspects for the role, from budgeting to interpreting results and interacting with management team
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to conduct high level client meetings and presentations for quarterly reviews
- Strong working computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word and Excel
- Willingness and desire to take an involved, hands-on approach with leading the business
- Personal characteristics that include: self-motivation, high levels of energy and enthusiasm and positive attitude
- Some Travel required
- Dining Services Higher Education Experience required