Chef/Food Service Director (West Geauga School District) AVI Foodsystems Inc Chesterland, OH (Onsite) Full-Time Apply Now Job Details AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to immediately hire to fill the role ofChef/Food Service Director at West Geauga School District in Chesterland, OH. Come experience the benefits of working in the Culinary field within the Education arena. This position offers a culinarian a great work/life balance working days Monday - Friday. Founded in 1960,AVI Foodsystemshas 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: 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 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 #LI-DP1 Get job alerts by email.Sign up now!Join Our Talent Network! Job Snapshot Employee Type Full-Time Location Chesterland, OH (Onsite) Job Type Hospitality - Hotel, Management, Restaurant - Food Service Experience Not Specified Date Posted 07/24/2025