Senior Executive Chef

Flik Hospitality Group; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Descripción de la vacante

Flik Hospitality Group in Manhattan is seeking a chef with leadership at the highest level to drive culinary standards for elite corporate dining and events.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5+ years in high-end settings, a culinary degree (ServSafe preferred), and strong business acumen to deliver exceptional, trend-forward experiences for discerning clients.

Formación

• 3–5+ years of progressive leadership in high-end restaurants, luxury hospitality, or premium corporate dining
• Culinary leadership with strong business acumen and kitchen fundamentals
• Strong understanding of food trends, presentation, sustainability, sanitation, and cost controls

Responsabilidades

• Elevate dining standards across corporate dining, boardroom meals, and bespoke catering
• Create seasonally driven, health-forward menus for a professional law firm environment
• Oversee complex catering experiences with precise timing and presentation
• Train and develop a culinary team focused on professionalism and pride in craft
• Manage purchasing, inventory, production systems, and food cost controls
• Analyze performance trends and guest feedback to refine the program
• Lead sustainability and wellness initiatives without compromising flavor
• Communicate culinary intent clearly to leadership, clients, and guests

Conocimientos

Leadership

Executive catering

Client-facing

Budget & cost controls

Educación

Culinary degree preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Food Service Management, or related field preferred

ServSafe Certification (required or obtainable)

Descripción del empleo

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

This role is designed for a chef whose craft, leadership, and professionalism match the expectations of Manhattan’s most discerning clientele.

Flik Hospitality Group

Salary: $120,000 - $130,000

What You’ll Lead

• Elevated, Restaurant‑Caliber Dining Establish and maintain high culinary standards across corporate dining, boardroom meals, and bespoke catering for clients and executive events.
• Refined Menu Development Create seasonally driven, health‑forward, and trend‑relevant menus that align with a professional law firm environment—elegant, thoughtful, and impeccably executed.
• Boardroom & High‑Touch Catering Excellence Oversee complex, detail‑driven catering experiences where timing, presentation, and precision are non‑negotiable.
• Inspirational Team Leadership Train, mentor, and develop a culinary team with a focus on professionalism, consistency, and pride in craft.
• Operational Discipline Manage purchasing, inventory, production systems, and food cost controls with the rigor expected in elite corporate accounts.
• Culinary Strategy & Continuous Improvement Analyze performance trends, guest feedback, and operational data to continually refine and elevate the program.
• Corporate Social Responsibility Lead sustainability, responsible sourcing, seasonality, and wellness initiatives—without sacrificing flavor or creativity.
• Client‑Facing Confidence Demonstrate deep knowledge of every menu item and clearly articulate culinary intent to firm leadership, clients, and guests.

The Ideal Candidate

• Culinary degree preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Food Service Management, or related field preferred
• 3–5+ years of progressive leadership in high‑end restaurants, luxury hospitality, or premium corporate dining
• Proven expertise in executive‑level catering and client‑facing culinary environments
• Strong business acumen with impeccable kitchen fundamentals
• Deep understanding of food trends, presentation, sustainability, sanitation, and cost controls
• Confident communicator who thrives working with executives and professional clientele
• Proficient with culinary and business technology platforms
• ServSafe® Certification (required or obtainable)

Flik is a member of Compass Group USA

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)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_FlikHospitality.pdf

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Flik maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Req ID: 1551507

Flik Hospitality Group

Kristan McIntosh

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