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Manager of Program Development & Innovation-March 2024
Seattle
Mar 28, 2026
About Manager of Program Development & Innovation

  FoodPlus

  To support our growth we're looking for a Manager of Program Development & Innovation to join our awesome team!

  This role will be based on-site in either Sunnyvale or Los Angeles CA, New York NY, Seattle WA, Charlotte NC, or Chicago IL

  Starting Pay: $100,000.00 - $155,000.00 anually

  We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1266910.

  As the Manager of Program Development & Innovation, you will enable the Food+ by Compass program to remain "first and best" amongst corporate food programs and position Compass at the forefront of future thinking and innovation. You will focus on "scanning the horizon" for trends and opportunities, and introducing ideas to evolve the program. You will vet, develop and pilot innovative food, beverage, and hospitality solutions based on broader business objectives and priorities. Key to success in the role are strong stakeholder management skills, critical thinking and discernment, a drive for continuous improvement, the ability to secure action by influence, and to move between the strategic and operational.

  The great things you’ll do

  Develop program areas with an innovation and growth mindset: program areas will span across food & beverage operations, hospitality, events, technology, design & build

  Engage with external companies and strategic partners to identify and explore innovation solutions

  Partner with SMEs, our client and Compass Group to vet, pilot and iterate innovation solutions

  Lead business line-specific working groups that are made up of regional and global operational leaders and subject matter experts

  Lead pilot discovery, development, and tracking specific to innovation solutions

  Develop and maintain close partnership and engagement with culinary, operational, and financial leaders to ensure clear understanding of evolving business needs and objectives

  Work with Compass Strategic Projects and operations leaders to translate ideas and strategies into actionable projects

  Manage close partnership across regional operations to develop and maintain processes for documenting, sharing and continuously improving best practices

  Areas of focus:

  Future of F&B experiences: cafes, coffee bars, catering, teaching kitchens, micro kitchens, digital

  Technology: automation, data and reporting, operator tools

  What we look for in the perfect candidate

  Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent / minimum of 8 years of industry experience in place of a degree is preferred

  Ability to communicate, motivate and interact with all levels within the organization

  Ability to take complex business issues or initiatives and apply critical thinking to solve, with an eye to implementation

  Experience launching program strategies to implement new process models in an organization

  Strong passion for great food and hospitality

  Financial and commercial literacy

  Resilience and clarity of thought under pressure

  Ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment

  Ability to travel globally as needed

  Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

  Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

  We’re Food+ by Compass! Although the past year has been quite a rollercoaster for everyone, our amazing talented teams have continued to work tirelessly crafting incredible food experiences to help fuel the teams creating world-changing technologies at one of the world’s major tech companies!

  We’re excited to grow our global team of skilled culinarians, managers, food service operators and subject matter experts - this is not just a workplace, it’s a place to innovate, a platform to bring your ideas to life, contribute to a sustainable future and best of all - be a part of an awesome team!

  Associates at FoodPlus are offered many fantastic benefits.

  Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

  Retirement Plan

  Associate Shopping Program

  Health and Wellness Programs

  Discount Marketplace

  Identity Theft Protection

  Pet Insurance

  Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

  In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

  Medical

  Dental

  Vision

  Life Insurance/AD

  Disability Insurance

  Commuter Benefits

  Employee Assistance Program

  Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

  FoodPlus maintains a drug-free workplace

  About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

  Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

  Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. * We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

  Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

  Req ID: 1266910

  FoodPlus

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