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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Food Program Innovation Lead - **Company:** ISS - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Data Centers, Decision Support Systems, Operational Data Store, Sentiment Analysis, Advanced Reports, Data Analytics, Data Management, Gsuite - **Published:** June 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=025e9c9183da54b3 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Design thinking?, Do you have a Master's degree?, The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in Strategy, Business Administration, or Hospitality Management and should possess 10-15 years of experience in food service strategy, corporate hospitality, or business transformation, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership position. Strategic Expertise A solid foundation in business strategy and design thinking is essential. The candidate must possess the ability to navigate complex, high-security corporate environments and demonstrate a strong understanding of how to apply innovation to large-scale, decentralized portfolios. Industry Experience Data Center ecosystems are extraordinarily complex - while Data Center specific experience is not required, candidates must be able to demonstrate a deep understanding of the ecosystem and its unique challenges - experience from similarly critical industries is welcome. Technical & Professional Skills * Communication Mastery: Excellent presentation skills and the ability to build high-stakes business cases for C-suite level stakeholders. * Data-Driven Decision Making: Proficiency in utilizing statistics and operational data to develop predictive models for demand forecasting and resource allocation. * ESG Literacy: Familiarity with ESG principles and frameworks * Google Workspace Mastery: Expert proficiency in Google Workspace tools for data management, complex reporting, and high-level collaboration. * Financial Acumen: Highly proficient in project planning, budgeting, and financial oversight for multi-million-dollar innovation workstreams. Core Competencies The candidate will exhibit radical curiosity and a strong desire to make the world a better place. They must possess adaptive thinking and a strong, critical mindset, along with sophisticated business acumen. A deep understanding of innovation-and how it should be applied to enhance human connection within a high-tech environment-is paramount. Physical Demands & Work Environment * Sitting at a computer for 50% of the time * Walking/inspecting the site 50% of the time * Must be able to lift a minimum of 10 pounds * Must be able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periods * Work in-person, in-office, or at our clients' locations * Collaborate across time zones * Be able to adapt to meet our dynamic business needs that may change or evolve over time ## Description The Data Center Food Program Innovation Lead will be a linchpin within the AHEAD, powered by ISS team, driving the high-level strategic integration of culinary innovation and operational intelligence to radically redefine our food service offerings within Data Centers. This role requires an accomplished professional with a deep-rooted understanding of food service systems and the strategic expertise to design curated, sustainable, and high-efficiency dining experiences for a global tech leader. The ideal candidate possesses an unsatisfiable need to challenge the status quo, wielding a sophisticated understanding of consumer trends and business strategy to make the world a better place through food., 1. Global Strategy & Stakeholder Influence * Disruption & Co-Creation: Partner and co-create with industry leaders and client stakeholders to identify and pilot service models that offer transformative workplace experiences within the data center environment. * Strategic Roadmap: Develop, strategize, and plan new interventions by identifying key areas for innovative transformation across the food service journey-prior to, during, and after visiting sites. * Portfolio Governance: Maintain strategic oversight of the North American portfolio, ensuring that localized innovation aligns with the overarching global food strategy and the client's identity and values. * Senior Influence: Communicate and present complex proposals and data-driven approaches to high-level stakeholders, translating sophisticated operational concepts into pragmatic, actionable recommendations. * Future Ready: Conduct research and design thinking exercises to inform the future needs of the business and maintain ahead of the curve readiness. 2. Operational Architecture & Execution * Efficiency Modeling: Craft intricate business efficiency models and leverage advanced data analysis to enhance and improve food systems, contributing to long-term competitiveness and labor optimization. * Sustainability & ESG Strategy: Develop frameworks that connect Food Loss and Waste (FLW) to menu development and procurement, ensuring our supply chain reflects the client's aggressive environmental and allergen management goals. * Technical Prototyping: Lead the rapid development and initial deployment of innovative food solutions for specific data center assignments, ensuring responsible practices align with market trends and stakeholder expectations, serving secure environments. * User Experience Design: Ideate, prototype, and develop tools and programs that drive user experience, using a combination of sentiment analysis and hospitality intuition to enable best-in-class programs. ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Beyond the 9–5: Designing Work Around Humans](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1321-beyond-the-9-5-designing-work-around-humans) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [From Global Capability Centers to AI-Powered Command Centers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100096-from-global-capability-centers-to-ai-powered-command-centers) - [Designing How Work Feels: The Science Behind Sanofi’s Workplace Experience](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1848-designing-how-work-feels-the-science-behind-sanofi-s-workplace-experience) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) ## Related Articles - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [What Makes WeAreDevelopers World Congress Different From Every Other Tech Event?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/701-what-makes-wearedevelopers-world-congress-different-from-every-other-tech-event) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)