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. 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.

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.

Benefits

programs. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.