AVI Foodsystems is seeking energetic and skilled culinarians to join our patient and retail culinary teams at the prestigious Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, located in University City, Philadelphia, PA. Salary compensation is $50,000 to $60,000 annually.

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 every day.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage the patient services and retail culinary production teams.
• Engage with team members to ensure the highest levels of food quality in preparation, cooking, and serving.
• Supervise production of recipes in accordance with company standards and therapeutic dietary restrictions.
• Follow all HACCP rules for food production/storage.
• Select and develop menus, recipes, and other requests.
• 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.
• Listen and effectively respond to the needs of leadership.
• Pursue and complete directives with limited supervision.

Job Requirements:

• ServSafe Certification is strongly preferred.
• Experience managing a busy kitchen.
• Culinary certification preferred.
• Experience with therapeutic diets is a plus.
• 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.

Text AVI to 51893 to join our talent network and apply!

We conduct pre-employment drug testing.

EOE

COVID Vaccination Required

• 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.

• ServSafe Certification is strongly preferred.
• Experience managing a busy kitchen.
• Culinary certification preferred.
• Experience with therapeutic diets is a plus.
• 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.