Director of Catering (Barton College)

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Director of Catering.

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:

• Coordinate and lead internal and external catering events
• Hire train and schedule catering staff
• Actively participate in the development of existing catering staff in service techniques menu presentation policies and procedures
• Oversee ordering receiving and billing functions
• Follow up on all catered events
• Ensure successful operations of catering functions including preparation transportation setup and cleanup of all events
• Engage professionally with individuals at all levels
• Monitor care and operation of delivery vehicles

Requirements:

• Five or more years of management experience in the catering field
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and decision-making ability
• Ability to lead supervise train and coordinate the catering team
• Willingness and availability to work a flexible schedule
• Hands-on approach to training and development of the service team
• Operational knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and catering billing systems
• ServSafe Certification preferred

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

We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE