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Position range in Rhode Island $63k - $96k Per Year Dir Of Culinary Operations, (Bryant University)

AVI Foodsystems, Inc.

Occupation:

Chefs and Head Cooks

Location:

Smithfield, RI - 02917

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

09/02/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

AVI Foodsystems, Inc.

Web Site:

www.avifoodsystems.com

Job #: jo_2016438242

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite

Full Time Schedule

Full Time

Job Description

Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Director of Retail Operations at Bryant University. This is a full-time position. The salary for this position is $120,000/ a year. 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:

• Provide guidance and leadership in the delivery of outstanding guest experience, culinary operations, labor scheduling, inventory management, marketing, and profitability
• Plan, identify, communicate and delegate responsibilities throughout the area to ensure excellent operations are consistently achieved
• Assist in preparation of budget estimates and justifications for the food and nutrition services program and maintains cost controls
• Plan and direct the ordering, receiving and accounting of all food products, supplies and equipment for food operation
• Oversee an energetic and proactive approach to interviewing, selecting, training, counseling, disciplining and scheduling of all team members with a goal of always staying multiple steps ahead of turnover
• Create and lead presentations at client meetings
• Foster an atmosphere of teamwork that encourages staff to work collaboratively
• Three or more years of management experience, inclusive of regular client interaction
• Campus catering background of development, setup and execution of large scale events
• A working practice and understanding of union and labor relations
• Strong operations background preferably including exposure to both school lunch and multi- unit functions
• 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
• Strong working computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Personal characteristics that include: self-motivation, high levels of energy and enthusiasm and positive attitude

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