NHS Human Services, Inc.

FISD

Salary: $90,000 - $150,000

Pay Grade: 15

Other Forms of Compensation:

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades. Our passionate team of associates is fully committed to delivering exceptional foodservice experiences every single time. Our meals are crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable agricultural practices that benefit our communities. But we don't stop at just foodservice - we take it to the next level by offering cutting-edge nutrition education programs that empower students to make smart, healthy choices daily. By combining nutritious meals with comprehensive education, we equip students with the essential tools they need to lead a healthy and thriving life. We believe in nourishing the whole person, creating community through great food and programming, and doing what’s right, every time.

We are Nourishing a Brighter Future.

Job Summary

The Director of Strategic Initiatives is a trusted business partner to the FISD Leadership Team and is charged with enhancing the overall effectiveness of FISD. The Director will provide centralized oversight, coordination and ensure successful execution of key Division initiatives measured by clearly defined KPIs tied to maximizing growth, profitability, and the highest levels of client retention. In FY24 the key focus is to instill greater discipline in terms of what we do and how we do it as we strive to level up. No two days are ever the same and you will pivot from ironing out and planning details for strategic initiatives, to driving organizational effectiveness, to collaboration across functions and regions, to triage and problem solving for the business.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Air traffic controller (gatekeeper) to triage business needs, prioritize and bring pertinent issues to FISD President in an organized and succinct manner.

• Agile implementer for key strategic initiatives who balances the need for structure, process and timelines with business realities.

• Owns the life cycle of key projects and works collaboratively with key stakeholders to work towards achieving common goals.

• Coordinates team members to maximize productivity.

• Communicates progress, risks, and escalations appropriately at all levels.

• Leader of change who enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for new and different requests; exploring opportunities for improvement and facilitates change.

• Trusted business partner to the FISD President who helps to conserves executive's time by reading, researching, writing and routing correspondence; to drive the highest level of effectiveness. Advises and supports effective schedule management.

• Organizational support to FISD President with expense and travel management as needed.

• Partner to VP of Marketing to support planning of conference planning, leadership team meetings, logistics and activities.

• Partner to VP Support Services in support of FY25 Space Transformation initiative.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies:

• A genuine sense of hospitality, with a commitment to living into our values.

• Proven ability to address competing priorities and prioritize tasks with a positive, can-do attitude.

• Excellent listening and oral communication skills.

• Punctual and dependable with strong attention to detail.

• Committed to maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.

• Highly professional with a mindset to take ownership and responsibility within and outside one’s job domain.

• Proven ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

• Creative thinker with analytical capabilities and the ability to solve complex business issues.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BA or BS degree required.

• Industry experience a plus.

• Excellent verbal and written skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

• Travel as needed (approx. 25%)

Apply to Flik today!

Flik Independent School Dining is a member of Compass Group USA

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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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Flik Independent School Dinning maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Flik Independent School Dining 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)

Req ID: 1326492

FISD

Michael Abbey

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