Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $65,000.00 - $70,000.00
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 distinguished leader in the private and independent school foodservice industry, operating in over 300 communities with more than 40 years of experience. Known for their commitment to excellence, Flik focuses on delivering exceptional and innovative meal programs that are designed to nourish not only the body but also the mind. The company is deeply invested in sourcing fresh, locally grown ingredients that promote sustainable agricultural practices, thereby supporting local farmers and benefiting the communities they serve. Beyond providing excellent foodservice, Flik takes a holistic approach by integrating comprehensive nutrition education programs into their offerings.... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional culinary training
- Minimum 3 years of culinary management experience
- Experience in high-volume foodservice or catering
- Proven ability to manage food and labor costs
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards
- Effective communication and team management skills
- Willingness to adhere to all safety and sanitation protocols
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
- Prior experience in a K-12 or higher education setting preferred
- Confirmed ability to lead food and labor costs while maintaining quality standards
- Catering experience required
- 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
- Engage in associates performance management and conduct annual performance evaluations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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