DINING SERVICES DIRECTOR

Salary: $105000 - $115000 / year

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

The Director of Dining Services is responsible for the overall management of the account, including team leadership, client relations, culinary programs, budgeting, and P&L performance. This role requires a hands-on, collaborative leader who can balance exceptional hospitality with strong business results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily dining operations and manage, motivate, and develop a team of associates.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, customers, guests, and internal departments.
• Partner with the Chef and management team on menu development and execution of high-quality food programs.
• Oversee account P&L, budgeting, financial performance, and cost controls.
• Lead the rollout of new culinary programs, initiatives, and service enhancements.
• Ensure consistent standards for food quality, service, sanitation, and overall guest experience.
• Support high-volume production and catering operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve operations, customer satisfaction, and financial performance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive foodservice management experience.
• High-volume food production and catering experience essential.
• Previous experience managing budgets and financial performance.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
• Passion for hospitality, food, and developing high-performing teams.
• Desire to learn, grow, and build a career with a leading foodservice organization.

Apply to Flik today!

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, or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. 

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: 1568075

Flik Hospitality Group 

Kristan McIntosh 

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