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
Paid parental leave
Personal Leave
Job Description
Flik Independent School Dining has been a pioneer in revolutionizing foodservice within private and independent schools across over 300 communities for more than forty years. As a dedicated part of Compass Group USA, Flik is committed to delivering exceptional culinary experiences, focusing not only on meal quality but also on sustainable and nutritious food practices. They emphasize fresh, locally sourced ingredients that support sustainable agriculture, fostering healthier communities and environmentally conscious dining options. In addition to providing high-quality meals, Flik promotes nutrition education programs designed to empower students, enabling them to make healthier lifestyle choices both inside and outside the... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years culinary management experience
- culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred
- demonstrated ability to manage food and labor costs
- strong leadership skills
- experience in high-volume food service environments
- proficiency with kitchen operations software and Microsoft Office Suite
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- ability to recruit, train, and mentor staff
- excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- ability to work Monday through Friday with holidays off
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
- encourage 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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