Hospitality & Catering Manager in Training, FLIK Hospitality Group / Boston, MA
About The Position
FLIK Hospitality Group is a recognized leader in the hospitality industry, operating over 400 locations across 35 states with nearly 9,000 associates. We collaborate with innovative clients to deliver exceptional hospitality and culinary experiences in corporate dining, independent schools, hotels & conference centers, professional sports teams, senior living, and airport lounges. Our success is built on real food and genuine people. As a part of Compass Group, we leverage global resources and expertise while maintaining a regional, client-focused approach. The Manager in Training (MIT) role is an entry-level management position that provides targeted training in FLIK Hospitality Group’s best practices. This training covers areas such as marketing, customer service, retail, merchandising, purchasing, supply chain, hiring, training, payroll, and profit and loss. The program 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. Full-time management placement or promotion is contingent upon performance and business needs. Graduates of AMP with a hospitality/front-of-house focus may be prepared for roles like Café Manager, Catering Manager, Conference Coordinator, or Meeting & Event Planner.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree required by August 2025 or earlier.
- Within 0-5 years from graduating from a college/university with a degree in Hospitality Management and/or Culinary Arts.
- Experience in customer service or hospitality within restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, or similar food service operations.
- 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.
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 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 management, leadership, and operational efficiency.
- Potentially relocate for placement opportunities or advancement.
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)
- Paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
