Job Description

Salary: $150,000 / year

Other Forms of Compensation: 35% 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

As the Corporate Executive Chef for the Kirkland & Ellis portfolio, you will play a vital role in leading the culinary vision and strategy across all Kirkland & Ellis food service locations, utilizing the Compass One team approach, and aligning with national hospitality standards. You will collaborate closely with leadership to develop innovative food concepts and programs that elevate the Kirkland brand and hospitality platform. This role requires strong coordination with other operating brands within Compass One, ensuring all initiatives are seamlessly integrated while maintaining the distinct identity of the Kirkland & Ellis hospitality experience.

This position can be based in New York City, Chicago or Los Angeles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and orient new chefs at Kirkland & Ellis food service locations, ensuring compliance with core culinary standards and Kirkland-branded food programs.
• Maintain all culinary programs and standards across Kirkland & Ellis sites to ensure a consistent and superior level of service, establishing each location as a Culinary Center for Excellence.
• Collaborate with the Compass One team to integrate national hospitality programs, adapting them to align with the Kirkland & Ellis brand identity and elevated expectations of service.
• Function as a liaison between the Kirkland & Ellis portfolio and other operating brands within Compass One, ensuring smooth execution of food service strategies, while all locations remain Kirkland-branded and consistent with the Kirkland and Ellis hospitality platform.
• Provide leadership for new account openings and renovations, and support portfolio-wide initiatives with innovative food concepts, menu creation, and culinary program development.
• Train, coach, and develop culinary personnel across all Kirkland & Ellis locations, ensuring a unified approach to food safety, quality, and service excellence.
• Complete all required reports, logs, and culinary reviews on time, ensuring all operations comply with Kirkland & Ellis standards and the Compass One team’s broader goal.
• Foster effective communication with the Corporate Executive Chef, VP of Operations, and unit-level chefs via emails, calls, and meetings, ensuring collaboration across all levels.
• Support the design and rollout of new facilities, focusing on cost reduction, operational efficiency, and high-quality culinary offerings.
• Ensure compliance with food preparation regulations in a corporate environment, adhering to Kirkland & Ellis policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Culinary Arts Degree from a recognized culinary school (e.g., CIA, Johnson and Wales) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years of progressive food service management experience, ideally within a corporate or multi-unit operation.
• Proven ability to manage multi-unit operations and collaborate with different operating brands while maintaining the integrity of the Kirkland & Ellis hospitality platform.
• Serv-Safe Certification required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Webtrition software or similar culinary management tools.
• Ability to travel up to 75% across Kirkland & Ellis sites.
• Certified Executive Chef certification is a plus.

Apply to Flik today!

Flik is a member of Compass Group USA

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, for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1385355

Flik Hospitality Group  

JEANNE M LANE  

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