Compass Group

Traveling Executive Chef - NY Metro Area

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $85,000.00 - $90,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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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 recognized leader in transforming private and independent school foodservice across more than 300 communities. With over four decades of experience, Flik has established itself as a trusted provider of exceptional culinary services dedicated to nourishing students and school communities. The company’s philosophy centers around offering meals made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients that support sustainable agricultural practices benefiting local economies and environments. Beyond foodservice, Flik emphasizes nutrition education programs designed to empower students to make healthy choices on a daily basis, promoting a holistic approach to wellness and education. By integrating nutritious dining and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred
  • 3–5 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 protocols
  • Proficiency with kitchen software and Microsoft Office
  • ServSafe Certification preferred
  • Ability to work in multiple school locations in the NY Metro area and Northern New Jersey
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

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)

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