Divisional Director of Catering

Job overview

The Divisional Director of Catering role is based in Warren, OH, with location open for discussion and Central or Northeast Ohio preferred. The role requires regular travel throughout AVI Fresh’s nearly 50-campus portfolio. The targeted base salary is $80,000–$90,000 per year. AVI Fresh serves colleges and universities with dining, retail, and catering programs. The director sets catering strategy and standards across the higher education division, develops campus leaders, and strengthens client and guest experiences. The role is accountable for revenue growth, event quality, financial performance, and consistent execution across campus programs.

What you'll do

• Communicate divisional catering strategy
• establish service standards and operating systems
• identify business opportunities
• coach and develop campus catering directors and teams
• build a collaborative catering community
• develop training and career pathways
• support high-profile events
• partner on seasonal menus and food-quality standards
• develop pricing strategies and financial benchmarks
• manage revenue, food, labor, and operating costs
• use data and KPIs to assess performance
• and coordinate divisional calendars and resources.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

divisional director of catering

warren oh

avi foodsystems

avi fresh

higher education

catering

hospitality leadership

multi-unit operations

regular travel

$80k–$90k/year

company vehicle

gas card

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Company vehicle and gas card for business travel.

Why this role

Regular travel across nearly 50 college and university campuses is required; a company vehicle and gas card are provided for business travel. Central or Northeast Ohio is preferred, with location negotiable.

About the employer

AVI Foodsystems is hiring for this role. Industry: Caterers. Sector: 72.