VICE PRESIDENT CULINARY - UNITED LOUNGES

Flik Hospitality Group
Newark, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $175000 - $185000 / year

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

This individual will implement and support maintenance of all food related programs for mulitple locations, supporting the United Airlines lounge contract. This includes, retail, production and purchasing programs. They will also assist in openings of new operations.

The ideal candidate may be located in Chicago, Newark or Houston. Travel expectation is 50%.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement operational plans and systems to insure that all contractual obligations are met
  • Assist in implementing Corporate and Regional programs based on Corporate and Regulatory standards
  • Develop and effectively communicate strategies for improving customer satisfaction
  • Provide training programs to assure consistent, high quality food at the accounts
  • Develop Culinary Support Team (Area Chefs) within region
  • Complete all daily, weekly or monthly reports as outlined in the corporate policies and procedures on a timely basis meeting all prescribed deadline
  • Manage budget in a fiscally responsible manner
  • Read and comply with all policies and procedures of Sector and Compass as appropriate
  • Project and practice consistent ownership attributes, which provide a high level of customer service at all points of contact
  • Perform all other duties as assigned


Qualifications:

  • Culinary Arts or BS Degree plus five (5) years of progressive food service management experience, two (2) of which were preferably in a multi-unit setting.
  • Seven (7) years of progressive food service management experience may be substituted for a degree
  • Serv-Safe Certification
  • Strong team player with good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
  • Service oriented, collaborative approach to internal customer and peer relations
  • Comprehensive computer and writing skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs and proprietary software (MyCompass, Webtrition)
  • Ability to function effectively and responsibly as a team member while working with multi-level supervision is required. Must willingly adjust schedule to meet project needs
  • Ability to bend, reach and lift food and equipment (pots) up to 50 LBS
  • Ability to be a self-motivator working productively with minimal direct supervision

Apply to Flik today!

Flik is a member of Compass Group USA

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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.

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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:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1557398

Flik Hospitality Group

JEANNE M LANE

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Posted 2026-07-30

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