Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $85,000.00 - $90,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
holiday time off
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Paid parental leave
Personal Leave
Job Description
Flik Independent School Dining is a prominent foodservice provider dedicated to transforming private and independent school foodservice across more than 300 communities. With over four decades of experience, Flik has built a reputation for excellence by prioritizing fresh, locally sourced ingredients and supporting sustainable agricultural practices. The company stands out not only for delivering exceptional meals but also for integrating innovative nutrition education programs that empower students to make healthy choices. Flik Independent School Dining's commitment is rooted in the belief of nourishing the whole person, fostering community through food and educational programming, and upholding values that ensure ethical and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Educational background in culinary arts or equivalent professional experience
- Minimum 3 years of culinary management experience
- Ability to manage food and labor costs effectively
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards including HACCP
- Experience in menu development and innovation
- Proficiency with kitchen management software and Microsoft Office
- Ability to work Sunday through Thursday aligning with school schedule
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety
Job Qualifications
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred
- 3-5 years of dynamic culinary management experience, preferably in high-volume foodservice or catering environments
- Confirmed ability to lead food and labor costs while maintaining quality standards
- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Experience in scratch cooking, menu innovation, and staff development
- Passion for food quality, safety, and crafting outstanding dining experiences for students and school communities
- Proficiency with kitchen operations software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- ServSafe Certification preferred
Job Duties
- Lead all culinary functions including menu planning, food preparation, recipe development, and service execution
- Lead food and labor costs
- maintain budget compliance and implement cost control strategies
- Purchase food and kitchen supplies
- run vendor relationships and maintain accurate inventory
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and allergy protocols
- uphold HACCP standards
- Recruit, train, and mentor culinary team members, encouraging a culture of excellence, safety, and continuous learning
- Collaborate with marketing and culinary teams to launch seasonal menus and promotional programs
- Support special events and catering functions, ensuring high-quality food and detailed execution
- Supervise back-of-house operations to ensure cleanliness, organization, and compliance with company and regulatory standards
- Work in tandem with Director of Dining to engage in associates performance management and prepare and conduct annual performance evaluations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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