CATERING DIRECTOR

Salary: $90,000-$95,000/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

As the Catering Director for Kirkland & Ellis, you'll have the opportunity to lead a high-profile catering and events program within one of the world's leading law firms. This is a dynamic, client-focused environment where attention to detail, professionalism, and exceptional service are essential.

You will lead catering and event operations from initial planning through flawless execution, serving as a trusted partner to the Kirkland & Ellis team. You'll develop creative menus, build client relationships, lead catering staff, manage budgets and logistics, and ensure every event reflects the high standards of the firm.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional who thrives in a sophisticated corporate environment and enjoys combining client service, culinary excellence, team leadership, and operational expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and oversee internal and external catering events from start to finish.
• Build strong client relationships and provide comprehensive event planning and consultation.
• Develop creative menus and catering proposals based on client needs, event requirements, and budget.
• Manage booking, menu costing, pricing, contracts, and event budgets.
• Hire, train, schedule, coach, and develop catering staff while maintaining high service standards.
• Coordinate food preparation, transportation, equipment, setup, service, and event breakdown.
• Manage food and labor costs to ensure successful and profitable events.
• Develop and maintain catering marketing initiatives to support business growth.
• Coordinate with culinary, operations, vendors, and temporary staff to ensure seamless execution.
• Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, hospitality, and guest satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with company, health, safety, and sanitation standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of hospitality experience, including 2+ years in management; catering management strongly preferred.
• Proven experience with event planning, menu costing, contract pricing, staffing, and event logistics.
• Strong understanding of food and labor cost management.
• Experience supervising food preparation, service, setup, and cleanup.
• Excellent client service, communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple events and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional presence with a passion for hospitality and creating exceptional guest experiences.

Apply to Flik today!

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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.






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: 1564076

Flik Hospitality Group


Kristan McIntosh


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