Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $55,000.00 - $65,000.00
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 is a distinguished leader in the private and independent school foodservice sector, proudly serving over 300 communities for more than forty years. As part of the Compass Group USA, Flik prioritizes delivering exceptional culinary experiences that emphasize fresh, locally sourced ingredients aligned with sustainable agricultural practices. Our commitment goes beyond foodservice by integrating progressive nutrition education programs that empower students to make informed, healthy decisions daily. This holistic approach positions Flik as a pioneer in nourishing both the body and the mind, creating community through exceptional food and comprehensive educational programming. At Flik, our motto is... Show More
Job Requirements
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred
- 3-5 years of culinary management experience
- Proven ability to manage food and labor costs
- Strong leadership skills
- Experience with scratch cooking and menu development
- Ability to comply with HACCP and food safety standards
- Proficiency with kitchen software and Microsoft Office
- ServSafe Certification preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Job Qualifications
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred
- 3-5 years of dynamic culinary management experience, preferably in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, food service or catering environment
- Confirmed ability to lead food and labor costs while maintaining quality standards
- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Catering experience preferred
- 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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