Leadership
David Pasek
CEO
Josue Silva
Vice President Operations
Jacob Newton
Sr. Director, Culinary Operations
Blake Irving
Operations Manager
CEO
Vice President Operations
Sr. Director, Culinary Operations
Operations Manager
Operations Manager
Blake Irving has more than 25 years of management experience, overseeing culinary operations across multiple restaurant locations in major cities such as Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and New York City. In his role as Operations Manager, he leads a team of more than 180 employees and manages several restaurant concepts at two prominent locations in New York City.
Blake’s commitment to continuous learning has shaped his approach to operations management. He has focused on areas such as Employment Law, Leadership Development, and Effective Communication to enhance his ability to lead and inspire.
While operations are his primary responsibility, Blake’s true focus is on the people. He believes that effective leadership starts by investing in your team members, equipping them with the training, tools, and skills needed to enhance financial and operational outcomes while also making a meaningful and lasting difference in their personal lives.
CEO
Dave founded Flagship Facility Services in 1988 and has nurtured the company from a small startup into a nationwide integrated facility management company focused on meeting the holistic needs of its customers and providing a consistently high quality of customer service. He remains actively involved in every major decision and intrigued by the challenges ahead. Dave started his career in the service industry at an early age, mowing lawns at the age of 10.
Sr. Director, Culinary Operations
Jacob Newton is a seasoned culinary professional with nearly 20 years of experience in fine dining, hotel management, and corporate dining. A graduate of Johnson & Wales University in Denver, he received comprehensive training in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, and Business Management.
Jacob is passionate about exploring the cultural connections within culinary traditions, using his knowledge to create meaningful dining experiences that resonate with individuals and communities. Beyond his culinary expertise, he has a deep understanding of hospitality operations and menu development, which he leverages to deliver seamless service and innovative culinary offerings.
Jacob’s dedication to excellence has earned him widespread industry recognition and opportunities to collaborate with esteemed chefs worldwide. Together, they’re redefining what’s possible within the realm of gastronomy.
Vice President Operations
With a demonstrated work history in the facility services industry, Josue brings an experienced approach to his role overseeing Operations for Flagship Culinary Services. His ability to assess situations and implement solutions, coupled with in-depth analytical and organizational skills, provide a strategic, forward-thinking foundation for his team. Keeping safety and efficiency top-of-mind, he ensures service excellence is obtained at all client locations
Josue has an MBA in Business from Arizona State University, W. P. Carey School of Business.