The Development Chef will be responsible for continuously enhancing the food offer within ISS Food Services, driving innovation and ensuring our culinary concepts remain relevant to business needs.
Job Description
This role plays a key part in mobilising new contracts, crafting and refining food concepts aligned with our growth strategy.
In addition to menu development, the Development Chef will provide craft training, inspiring and upskilling teams to maintain excellence in food service delivery.
By staying ahead of industry trends and customer expectations, this role helps shape the future of ISS Food Services, ensuring delivery of high-quality, creative, and commercially successful food experiences.
Key Responsibilities
1. Understand, develop, and implement current food trends and ideas into the business.
2. Identify areas for craft development and implement necessary training.
3. Develop a culture of sharing best practices and elevating food standards within ISS Food Services.
4. Ensure nominated suppliers are used to provide relevant supplies.
5. Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures related to food safety, operations management, and recruitment.
6. Evaluate proposed and required service changes, considering financial, personnel, and operational performance implications before implementation.
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
* Senior chef experience.
* Results-driven with the ability to coach and mentor chefs, supporting capability development and succession planning.
* Qualifications such as 7061/7062 or equivalent in food preparation and production.
* Minimum Level 3 food hygiene or equivalent.
* Passion for food and service.
* Commercial understanding supported by a proven track record.
* Experience in tendering for new business.
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. We work closely with customers to understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through intelligent solutions, high standards, and caring people, we help our customers achieve their goals—whether in hospitals, businesses, or airports. ISS is committed to responsible business practices. Our passion is people.
We offer a challenging and exciting career in an organization that values its people. At ISS, everyone has opportunities to develop, grow, and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer, welcoming applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or educational background. Our commitment to diversity fosters a more creative, productive, and happy workplace.
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