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Dean Spinks

San Francisco,CA

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented leader in global hospitality operations with over 30 years of experience, primarily in corporate technology-driven, high-volume food service. I specialize in implementing innovative solutions that align with business goals, while promoting a culture of inclusivity and accountability. I have successfully led diverse global teams in café layout design, food program and, and the establishment of café standards, along with creative branding, staffing and recruitment, and operational management for over 15 full-service cafés and specialty concepts worldwide.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

VP of Global Culinary

Facebook / Meta
03.2018 - 09.2024

Senior Director of Global Culinary

Facebook / Meta
03.2016 - 03.2018

Director of Global Culinary

Facebook / Meta
03.2015 - 03.2016

Executive Chef

Facebook / Meta
03.2010 - 03.2015

Executive Sous Chef

Facebook / Meta
09.2008 - 03.2010

Sous Chef

Flagship @ Facebook
03.2008 - 09.2008

Executive Chef

Bon Appetit @ Google/ YouTube
03.2007 - 03.2008

Executive Sous Chef

Bon Appétit @ Google
03.2006 - 03.2007

Sous Chef

Bon Appétit @ Google
05.2005 - 03.2006

Sous Chef

Tristan
Charleston, SC
01.2002 - 05.2005

Education

Culinary Associates Program -

Johnsons And Wales
Charleston, SC
06-2002

High School Diploma -

Northside High School, Johnson And Wales Culinary School
Warner Robins, GA
06-1989

Skills

  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Team leadership and development
  • Budget management and financial partnership
  • Community building and stakeholder engagement
  • Robust vendor management
  • Effective supplier management and seasonal, local product procurement
  • Global operational excellence through data-driven decision-making
  • Adaptability and creative problem-solving on a global scale

Timeline

VP of Global Culinary

Facebook / Meta
03.2018 - 09.2024

Senior Director of Global Culinary

Facebook / Meta
03.2016 - 03.2018

Director of Global Culinary

Facebook / Meta
03.2015 - 03.2016

Executive Chef

Facebook / Meta
03.2010 - 03.2015

Executive Sous Chef

Facebook / Meta
09.2008 - 03.2010

Sous Chef

Flagship @ Facebook
03.2008 - 09.2008

Executive Chef

Bon Appetit @ Google/ YouTube
03.2007 - 03.2008

Executive Sous Chef

Bon Appétit @ Google
03.2006 - 03.2007

Sous Chef

Bon Appétit @ Google
05.2005 - 03.2006

Sous Chef

Tristan
01.2002 - 05.2005

Culinary Associates Program -

Johnsons And Wales

High School Diploma -

Northside High School, Johnson And Wales Culinary School
Dean Spinks