Flik Hospitality Group Salary: $105000 - $113000 Other Forms of Compensation: bonus What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions. We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish. Job Summary Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations for an amenity space servicing a multi-tenant corporate office. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines, while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional. Key Responsibilities: Operational & Strategic Leadership: + Oversee all kitchen operations, including menu development, food preparation, and presentation, while maintaining high culinary standards for a grab-and-go market with coffee offerings, conference catering and events for a multi-tenant building, and a public-facing breakfast and lunch eatery. + Implement and maintain best practices for kitchen organization, food preparation, and plating consistency. + Work closely with front-of-house leadership, catering, and event teams to ensure seamless coordination and exceptional guest experiences. + Establish and enforce policies that align with company goals, industry standards, and food safety regulations. Culinary Leadership & Team Development: + Lead, mentor, and inspire the kitchen team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. + Implement training programs to enhance skills, efficiency, and food safety and sanitation protocols. + Promote a positive work environment that encourages professional growth, accountability, and strong team morale. + Identify and nurture top talent, ensuring strong succession planning for key kitchen positions. Menu Innovation & Culinary Excellence: + Design and execute creative, high-quality menus that reflect seasonal ingredients and current food trends to enhance tenant participation. + Ensure menu items align with brand identity, profitability goals, and operational capabilities. + Regularly review and refine recipes, presentation, and portion control to maintain high standards. + Stay ahead of industry trends and introduce innovative culinary techniques and offerings. + Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products. Financial & Business Acumen: + Manage kitchen spend, monitor food costs, and implement strategies to manage food waste. + Analyze sales data, customer feedback, and industry benchmarks to make informed business decisions. + Identify opportunities for revenue growth, including special promotions, seasonal offerings, and catering expansion. Food Safety & Compliance: + Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned. + Comply with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits. + Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting. Preferred Qualifications: + A.S. or equivalent experience + Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training + Extensive catering experience a plus + High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable + Institutional and batch cooking experiences + Hands-on chef experience a must + Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation + Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet + NYC Food Handlers Certification required Apply to Flik today! Flik is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/) Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Flik maintains a drug-free workplace. Associates at Flik Hospitality are offered many fantastic benefits. + Medical + Dental + Vision + Life Insurance/ AD + Disability Insurance + Retirement Plan + Paid Time Off + Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) + Associate Shopping Program + Health and Wellness Programs + Discount Marketplace + Identity Theft Protection + Pet Insurance + Commuter Benefits + Employee Assistance Program + Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_FlikHospitality.pdf) for paid time off benefits information. Req ID: 1399525 Flik Hospitality Group JEANNE M LANE [[req_classification]]