Culinary Manager in Training, FLIK Hospitality Group / Houston, TX

Compass Group • Houston, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

FLIK Hospitality Group is a recognized hospitality organization with over 400 locations across 35 states, employing nearly 9,000 associates. They partner with clients to deliver exceptional hospitality and culinary experiences in various sectors including corporate dining, independent schools, hotels & conference centers, professional sports teams, senior living, and airport lounges. As part of Compass Group, FLIK leverages global resources while maintaining a regional, client-focused approach. The Culinary/Back-of-House Manager in Training (MIT) role is an entry-level management position that provides targeted training in FLIK's best practices across marketing, customer service, retail, merchandising, purchasing, supply chain, hiring, training, payroll, and profit and loss management. The training includes hands-on experience at a designated location and participation in Compass Group’s Accelerated Manager Program (AMP). Successful completion of AMP may lead to relocation within the region for placement opportunities, with full-time management placement or promotion contingent on performance and business needs. Graduates may be prepared for roles such as Sous Chef, Chef Manager, Executive Dining Chef, or Catering Chef.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required by August 2025 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.
• Must be within 0-5 years from graduating from a college/university with a degree in Hospitality Management and/or Culinary Arts.

Nice To Haves

• Driver’s License preferred but may be required for certain roles.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Gain hands-on experience at a designated location.
• Participate in Compass Group’s Accelerated Manager Program (AMP).
• Develop skills in competency-based assessment, personalized learning paths, peer support, mentorship, and 360° evaluation.
• Potentially relocate within the region for placement opportunities upon successful completion of AMP.

Benefits

• Free meals
• Uniforms
• Laundering service available at select locations
• 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
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level