Global Food Manager

JetBrains is a global software development company. Since 2000, we’ve built developer tools used by more than 15 million people worldwide, and 88 Fortune Global 100 companies are our customers.

We’re looking for a Global Food Manager to lead and develop JetBrains’ global food and hospitality ecosystem as a strategic pillar of the employee experience. In this role, you will take end-to-end ownership of the global food function across all JetBrains locations, including strategy, design, launch, operations, and continuous optimization – with direct accountability for budget, vendor ecosystem, quality, and performance metrics.

You will design and operate a scalable, data-driven, and culturally consistent global food program, integrating cafeterias, coffee points, and social spaces into a cohesive workplace hospitality experience that enhances employee well-being, productivity, and engagement.

What you’ll do:

Global strategy and operating model

• Define and implement a global food and hospitality strategy aligned with JetBrains’ culture and employee needs, with full ownership of the global operating model.
• Assess and develop existing local food service structures, approaches, and schemes, integrating them into a cohesive global model.
• Establish tiered service models based on office size and function (e.g. hub, regional, satellite).
• Build and maintain a global playbook for launching and scaling food services across locations.
• Balance global consistency with local market adaptation.

Workplace hospitality experience

• Design food spaces as social and collaboration hubs, not just cafeterias.
• Integrate coffee and tea culture, grab-and-go solutions, and informal meeting spaces.
• Partner with global workplace and architecture teams on layout, flow, and capacity optimization.
• Own and support the end-to-end planning and development of food services in new offices, expansions, and renovations.

Vendor ecosystem and partnerships

• Manage a global vendor ecosystem.
• Define global selection frameworks focused on culinary quality, cost efficiency, sustainability, and scalability.
• Lead major tenders in collaboration with the Procurement and Legal teams.
• Establish and manage long-term strategic partnerships with key vendors.

Operations and performance management

• Oversee global food service performance across all locations.
• Define and implement standardized operating metrics, reporting, and performance tracking.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and local regulatory requirements.
• Support local teams while enforcing global standards and accountability.

Culinary strategy and innovation

• Define global menu frameworks emphasizing balanced nutrition, cultural diversity, and quality.
• Introduce modern food concepts such as plant-forward options, flexible pricing models, and digital ordering systems.
• Drive continuous innovation together with local teams and suppliers.

Health, well-being, and sustainability

• Position food as a key component of employee health and well-being.
• Define and track measurable targets for healthy eating, food waste reduction, and sustainable sourcing.
• Partner with ESG teams to align with company-wide sustainability commitments.

Financial ownership

• Manage the global food budget and take full responsibility for P&L.
• Define and control cost per employee, subsidy levels, and vendor pricing structures.
• Continuously optimize the balance between quality, cost, and employee satisfaction.

Data and analytics

• Build and own a data-driven approach to food services.
• Track consumption patterns, satisfaction, and waste metrics.
• Use insights to optimize menus, pricing, and vendor performance.

Cross-team collaboration and stakeholder engagement

• Partner with the Global Workplace, HR, Finance, ESG, Facilities, and Office Management teams.
• Integrate food services into broader employee experience and benefits programs.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Employer brand and culture

• Position food as an integral part of the JetBrains employee experience.
• Support office tours, hiring events, and internal initiatives through high-quality food programs.

We’d be glad to have you on our team if you:

• Have extensive experience in multi-location food services, hospitality, or workplace experience leadership.
• Have experience managing international operations at scale.
• Demonstrate a strong ownership mindset with proven P&L responsibility.
• Have a deep understanding of food operations, workplace experience, and vendor ecosystems.
• Are comfortable operating both strategically (global design) and operationally (execution).
• Have strong knowledge of food safety regulations, quality standards, and compliance requirements.
• Possess excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Care deeply about culinary quality, sustainability, and innovation.
• Are fluent in English.
• Are willing to travel internationally when required.

Why join JetBrains?

• Strong base salary. We offer competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience.
• Flexible work location. Enjoy the freedom to work from home or from the office.
• Remote work. Spend up to 30 days per year working remotely from abroad.
• Extra time off. More days to relax, recharge, and do the things you love.
• Medical insurance allowance. Enjoy peace of mind for you and your family
• Learning and development opportunities. Access to conferences, courses, and language classes.
• Language classes. Pick up the local language or sharpen your English skills.
• Fuel your day. Enjoy a hot meal or receive a lunch allowance on workdays.
• Mental health support. To help you feel your best, we provide easy access to professional mental health services.
• Sports benefit. Enjoy an on-site gym or sports club stipend.
• Internal events. Join company-wide celebrations and team gatherings.

*Some benefits may vary depending on location.

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