Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,000.00 - $90,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance / AD
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 (FSAs)
Paid parental leave
Personal Leave
Job Description
Flik Independent School Dining has been a pioneer in transforming foodservice for private and independent schools, delivering exceptional culinary experiences across over 300 communities for more than 40 years. Known for their commitment to fresh, locally sourced ingredients, Flik creates meals that support sustainable agricultural practices benefitting both the environment and their communities. They go beyond just food, offering innovative nutrition education programs designed to empower students with knowledge to make healthy, smart choices every day. Flik's philosophy centers around nourishing the whole person, fostering community connections through food and programming, and consistently doing what is right. As part of... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent culinary training preferred
- Minimum 3 years culinary management experience
- Proven leadership abilities in a high-volume kitchen setting
- Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- Ability to manage food and labor costs effectively
- Excellent communication and team management skills
- Proficiency with computer software including kitchen management and Microsoft Office
- Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings or weekends
- Commitment to upholding Flik's values of nourishing the whole person, creating community, and doing what is right
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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