Senior Executive Chef

About the role

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 role is designed for a chef whose craft, leadership, and professionalism match the expectations of Manhattan’s most discerning clientele. You’ll bring innovation and relevance to settings that demand discretion, sophistication, and flawless execution—while mentoring a team and setting the culinary tone for the entire account. As Senior Executive Chef, you will be a member of the Flik Aces team, supporting and/or managing Flik accounts. Being based in New York City, you will mainly support units in the Tri-State region. Additionally, you will be assigned to support non-local Flik locations requiring up to 25% travel.

Responsibilities

• Elevated, Restaurant‑Caliber Dining: Establish and maintain high culinary standards across corporate dining, boardroom meals, and bespoke catering for clients and executive events.
• Refined Menu Development: Create seasonally driven, health‑forward, and trend‑relevant menus that align with a professional law firm environment—elegant, thoughtful, and impeccably executed.
• Boardroom & High‑Touch Catering Excellence: Oversee complex, detail‑driven catering experiences where timing, presentation, and precision are non‑negotiable.
• Inspirational Team Leadership: Train, mentor, and develop a culinary team with a focus on professionalism, consistency, and pride in craft.
• Operational Discipline: Manage purchasing, inventory, production systems, and food cost controls with the rigor expected in elite corporate accounts.
• Culinary Strategy & Continuous Improvement: Analyze performance trends, guest feedback, and operational data to continually refine and elevate the program.
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Lead sustainability, responsible sourcing, seasonality, and wellness initiatives—without sacrificing flavor or creativity.
• Client‑Facing Confidence: Demonstrate deep knowledge of every menu item and clearly articulate culinary intent to firm leadership, clients, and guests.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Food Service Management, or related field preferred
• 3–5+ years of progressive leadership in high‑end restaurants, luxury hospitality, or premium corporate dining
• Proven expertise in executive‑level catering and client‑facing culinary environments
• Strong business acumen with impeccable kitchen fundamentals
• Deep understanding of food trends, presentation, sustainability, sanitation, and cost controls
• Confident communicator who thrives working with executives and professional clientele
• Proficient with culinary and business technology platforms
• ServSafe® Certification (required or obtainable)

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• 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.

Pay

Salary: $120,000 - $130,000

Schedule

Ace schedules vary each week based on business needs. The majority of the assignments fall between Monday through Friday. There will be periodic evening, weekend and holiday assignments given with advance notice.