Culinary Manager in Training, FLIK / New York, NY

• We are hiring immediately for a Culinary Manager in Training position.
• Location : New York, NY
• Schedule : To be discussed further upon interview.
• Pay Range : $60,000 - $70,000 annually; negotiable based upon experience.

Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.

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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.

Culinary/Back-of-House Manager in Training Job Description:

FLIK Hospitality Group is one of the most recognized hospitality organizations with over 400 locations operating in 35 states with nearly 9,000 associates. We partner with forward-thinking clients to provide a state-of-the-art hospitality and culinary experience in the corporate dining, independent schools, hotels & conference centers, professional sports teams, senior living, and airport lounge spaces. We shine the light on these businesses through our celebrated food, and seamless service. We are all about real food and genuine people.

As part of Compass Group , with its worldwide presence and global resources, we offer the benefits of our unique expertise and unsurpassed experience. At the same time, we pride ourselves on having a more intimate feel of a regional company. Simply put, FLIK Hospitality Group takes a small batch approach to serving the unique needs of each of our clients.

ABOUT THE  MANAGER IN TRAINING ROLE:

As a Culinary/Back-of-House Manager in Training (MIT), you will receive targeted training for an entry-level management role. You will learn and apply FLIK Hospitality Group’s best practices in areas such as marketing, customer service, retail, merchandising, purchasing, supply chain, hiring, training, payroll, and profit and loss. Training includes hands-on experience at a designated location and participation in Compass Group’s Accelerated Manager Program (AMP). Successful completion of AMP may require relocation within your region for placement opportunities. Full-time management placement or promotion upon AMP completion depends on performance and business needs. As an AMP graduate with a focus on hospitality/front of house operations, you may be prepared for the following roles:

• Sous Chef
• Chef Manager
• Executive Dining Chef
• Catering Chef

ABOUT THE ACCELERATED MANAGER PROGRAM:

AMP is a unique combination of assessment, organizational training, and one-on-one coaching that surfaces and develops our future leaders. AMP provides new and aspiring managers with an impactful, fast-track learning opportunity focusing on management development. AMP uses a personalized approach that aims to customize learning for your unique strengths, skills, and interests. This program can be completed in 12 weeks or more, depending on your learning needs, your pace, and the goals of your particular sector.

By participating in AMP, you will receive:

• Competency-based assessment to identify your leadership strengths and opportunities for development
• Custom-built, personalized learning path with experiential learning, micro-courses, and simulations
• One-on-one peer support and mentorship
• 360° evaluation of progress and development

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree required by May 2026 or earlier.
• Experience in customer service or hospitality within restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, or similar food service operations required.
• Basic knowledge of profit and loss management, inventory control, and cash handling.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with peers, employees, clients, and customers.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of contract administration and client relations.
• Up-to-date on food and catering trends, focusing on quality, production, sanitation, safety, and marketing.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and internet applications.
• Open to relocation for the right role or advancement opportunity.
• Driver’s License preferred but may be required for certain roles. 

Associates at FLIK are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability 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 for paid time off benefits information.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.