ISS Facility Services - North America
Director of Culinary Development
ISS Facility Services - North America, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
Overview
Talent Acquisition Manager @ ISS Facility Services - North America | Experienced HR Professional & President of the PRIDE ERG Key Purpose
The Director of Culinary Development (DCD) will help create culinary programs and recipe development directed by ISS/GEI. The DCD will partner with the VP of Programs and SR. Director of Concept Development, and Head of Culinary in ensuring all ISS/GEI culinary development, guidelines, policies, SOPs, NetMenu application requirements, and core standards are developed and/or maintained to uphold our high-quality expectations. Key Accountabilities
The Director of Culinary Development will oversee GEI’s Foodlab Innovation Test Kitchen (F.I.T. Kitchen) located in South San Francisco. Responsible for leading a team including the F.I.T. Kitchen Executive Chef and R&D Cooks, staying ahead of industry trends, research and development, maintaining budgets, collaboration, training and development of the team, communication, teamwork, and project time management. Partners with VP of Programs and Director of Concept Development Development of new and refreshed food programs including but not limited to: Foodlabs, food/marketing promotions, core catering menus, vendor partnerships, and program implementation Partners with Director of Procurement Upholding GEI’s purchasing standards, SKU rationalization, PII compliance, MOG additions, GEI’s core standards Partners with HSEQ Food Safety – Supporting HSEQ to ensure all food safety practices and policies are met and upheld Partners with Director of Nutrition Supporting Whole Person Health – Development of culinary programs that support GEI’s strategy on whole person health Maintaining strict recipe writing best practices ensuring GEI’s standards are met Partners with Director of Sustainability Supporting partnership with Winnow (Food Waste AI Monitoring System) to minimize waste or develop zero-waste recipe development Partners with Netmenu Team Maintain proper recipe writing practices set by GEI, cycle menu development, and recipe and menu management May be asked to perform other duties as assigned Core Competencies
Communication and Influence – Use verbal and written communication skills to convey information, including complex topics, to varied audiences; basic negotiation and influencing skills, cooperation, tact, and diplomacy. Diversity Awareness – Respect and value differences to achieve the company’s vision and mission. Customer Focus – Provide excellent service to external and internal customers; meet needs quickly and effectively; handle complaints professionally; treat customers as valuable. Drive and Dependability – Demonstrate eagerness, optimism, persistence, urgency, and striving for excellence. Stress Tolerance/Flexibility – Work productively under stress; maintain composure and professionalism under time pressure. Interpersonal Relationships – Develop and maintain professional, trusting relationships with staff, managers, customers, and vendors; treat others with respect and empathy. Communication – Speak clearly and politely; use correct grammar and tailor content to the receiver. Integrity – Uphold ethical standards and comply with laws and policies; accept responsibility and avoid conflicts of interest. Physical Demands & Work Environment
Work up to 8 hours a day on your feet Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs Dress according to the dress code Work under pressure and meet deadlines during peak periods HSEQ Compliance
All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards. Active participation in HSEQ training and reporting potential hazards is expected. ISS offers full-time employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program based on employment status. The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00 – $140,000.00 per year. Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills and may vary from the above range. As a global organization, ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and to positively influence the market wherever we operate. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Talent Acquisition Manager @ ISS Facility Services - North America | Experienced HR Professional & President of the PRIDE ERG Key Purpose
The Director of Culinary Development (DCD) will help create culinary programs and recipe development directed by ISS/GEI. The DCD will partner with the VP of Programs and SR. Director of Concept Development, and Head of Culinary in ensuring all ISS/GEI culinary development, guidelines, policies, SOPs, NetMenu application requirements, and core standards are developed and/or maintained to uphold our high-quality expectations. Key Accountabilities
The Director of Culinary Development will oversee GEI’s Foodlab Innovation Test Kitchen (F.I.T. Kitchen) located in South San Francisco. Responsible for leading a team including the F.I.T. Kitchen Executive Chef and R&D Cooks, staying ahead of industry trends, research and development, maintaining budgets, collaboration, training and development of the team, communication, teamwork, and project time management. Partners with VP of Programs and Director of Concept Development Development of new and refreshed food programs including but not limited to: Foodlabs, food/marketing promotions, core catering menus, vendor partnerships, and program implementation Partners with Director of Procurement Upholding GEI’s purchasing standards, SKU rationalization, PII compliance, MOG additions, GEI’s core standards Partners with HSEQ Food Safety – Supporting HSEQ to ensure all food safety practices and policies are met and upheld Partners with Director of Nutrition Supporting Whole Person Health – Development of culinary programs that support GEI’s strategy on whole person health Maintaining strict recipe writing best practices ensuring GEI’s standards are met Partners with Director of Sustainability Supporting partnership with Winnow (Food Waste AI Monitoring System) to minimize waste or develop zero-waste recipe development Partners with Netmenu Team Maintain proper recipe writing practices set by GEI, cycle menu development, and recipe and menu management May be asked to perform other duties as assigned Core Competencies
Communication and Influence – Use verbal and written communication skills to convey information, including complex topics, to varied audiences; basic negotiation and influencing skills, cooperation, tact, and diplomacy. Diversity Awareness – Respect and value differences to achieve the company’s vision and mission. Customer Focus – Provide excellent service to external and internal customers; meet needs quickly and effectively; handle complaints professionally; treat customers as valuable. Drive and Dependability – Demonstrate eagerness, optimism, persistence, urgency, and striving for excellence. Stress Tolerance/Flexibility – Work productively under stress; maintain composure and professionalism under time pressure. Interpersonal Relationships – Develop and maintain professional, trusting relationships with staff, managers, customers, and vendors; treat others with respect and empathy. Communication – Speak clearly and politely; use correct grammar and tailor content to the receiver. Integrity – Uphold ethical standards and comply with laws and policies; accept responsibility and avoid conflicts of interest. Physical Demands & Work Environment
Work up to 8 hours a day on your feet Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs Dress according to the dress code Work under pressure and meet deadlines during peak periods HSEQ Compliance
All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards. Active participation in HSEQ training and reporting potential hazards is expected. ISS offers full-time employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program based on employment status. The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00 – $140,000.00 per year. Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills and may vary from the above range. As a global organization, ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and to positively influence the market wherever we operate. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
Other Industries – Facilities Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at ISS Facility Services - North America by 2x Get notified about new Director of Development jobs in
San Antonio, TX . Additional job posts in the area include: Vice President of Operations, F&B - East & Central Region – San Antonio, TX Director, Dining Services - Senior Living – San Antonio, TX Assistant Supervisor, Food and Beverage (Production Kitchen) – San Antonio, TX 2026 - Summer Camp Food Service Director - Seasonal Relocation Job is not Local – San Antonio, TX We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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