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TITLE: Nutrition Operations Manager
POSITION TYPE: Part Time / Non-Exempt
COMPANY: Sharks Sports and Entertainment, LLC
LOCATION: San Jose, CA
REPORTS TO: Director of High Performance
POSTING DATED: August 18, 2026
Pay Range: The pay range for this role is $25-$27 per hour

Actual base pay will be determined based on permissible factors such as transferable skills, work experience, market demands and primary work location. The base pay range provided is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
Position Overview
The Nutrition Operations Manager supports the daily delivery and operation of the organization's nutrition and fueling programs across both NHL and AHL facilities. This position works closely with the Director of High Performance, sports dietitians, strength and conditioning coaches, athletic trainers, medical staff, and foodservice team to ensure players have consistent access to appropriate meals, snacks, hydration products, supplements, and recovery nutrition.
The Nutrition Operations Manager also assists with implementing individualized nutrition strategies, maintaining fueling stations, preparing player supplements and recovery products, managing inventory, tracking nutrition related data, and supporting player education. This position requires strong organization, attention to detail, foundational sports nutrition knowledge, and the flexibility to work around practices, games, travel, camps, and changing team schedules.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Daily Nutrition Operations

• Prepare and portion snacks, pre-workout beverages, smoothies for players (pre/post-practice, games, travel if on away trip)
• Assist and collaborate with Team Performance Chef and foodservice team for meals and grab and go
• Set up locker room and practice facility fueling stations (hydration, snacks, supplements, recovery foods)
• Receive product deliveries, organize and stock items
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and proper storage

Player Support

• Help implement individualized nutrition plans created by the sports dietitian
• Educate players on hydration, recovery fueling, and supplement timing (within scope)
• Track player preferences, allergies, and dietary restrictions
• Assist with body composition, hydration or other diagnostic testing sessions
• Communicate with AHL (Cuda) staff to support player fueling and nutrition program needs
• Assist players for lab visits as needed

Data & Monitoring

• Log nutrition intake, supplement use, and hydration metrics
• Assist with tracking body weight, sweat rates, and recovery markers
• Maintain databases or software used by performance staff

Inventory Management and Ordering

• Track and manage full nutrition inventory across both facilities
• Maintain stock levels for all supplements, snacks, and hydration products
• Coordinate ordering (Amazon and approved vendors) and occasional grocery shopping
• Monitor usage trends and adjust ordering accordingly
• Communicate with kitchen staff on smoothie station needs and restocking
• Ensure seamless product availability across practice and game environments
• Pack and transport supplements, snacks, and hydration supplies

Supplement Management

• Prepare and distribute daily player supplement packs
• Create and manage specialized packs:
• Immune support packs
• Sleep/recovery packs
• Game day fueling packs
• Travel packs
• Ensure compliance and consistency across players
• Inventory and restock supplements (protein, electrolytes, vitamins)
• Ensure third-party tested / safe-for-sport products
• Prepare individualized supplement packs for players

Daily/Weekly Operational Flow

• Practice Days (Tech CU Arena)
  • Arrive, assess and restock fueling stations
  • Prep smoothie station and ingredients
  • Prepare post-practice smoothies
  • Refill player supplement packs as needed
  • Connect with players (quick check-ins, adjustments)
  • Coordinate with staff on player-specific needs
  • Track inventory + note items for reorder

Game Days (SAP Center)

• Pre-game:
  • Set up locker room fueling station
  • Prepare player-specific drinks and snacks
  • Organize supplements and fueling products

• During game:
  • Respond to player requests in real time
  • Adjust fueling strategies as needed

• Post-game:
  • Prepare recovery smoothies
  • Distribute sleep/recovery supplements
  • Reset and restock for next game

Additional Duties:

• Attend and assist at all Development Camp and Main Camp Dates

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Sports Nutrition, Nutrition, Dietetics, or a sports and exercise
• science related field.
• Strong organizational, project management, communication, and interpersonal
• skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Foundational knowledge of sports nutrition, food safety, and supplement
• management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• while maintaining confidentiality and a high level of professionalism.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and inventory management systems.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as needed.
• Preferred
  • Experience supporting nutrition, food service, sports performance, or
  • collegiate/professional athletics.
  • Knowledge of high-performance sports environments, including NHL or AHL operations.
  • ServSafe certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand and utilize a computer for extended periods of time
• Communicate via phone and email with a variety of individuals
• Ability to bend at the waist, reach overhead and lift up to 15 lbs with or without accommodation
• Physically navigate stairs and catwalks at SSE facilities during normal work hours and events with or without accommodation
• Ability to work occasional extended hours including nights, weekends, holidays (all with advance notice)
• May be required to travel to other company locations
• May be required to attend conference, events, and training sessions within Bay Area or in- or out-of-state locations.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation (base salary and variable incentive plan)
• Complementary or discounted sports and event tickets
• Other League & partner discounts
• Central office location in downtown San Jose at the heart of Silicon Valley; convenient access to Caltrain, VTA, major freeways and free parking
• An inclusive culture which values diversity of background and a passion to improve our SSE's commitment to change with impact on our community and industry

This position is not eligible for U.S. work authorization sponsorship.
Summary:
Born in 1991, Sharks Sports and Entertainment ("SSE") has grown into a multi-faceted organization that includes the SAP Center, the NHL San Jose Sharks, the AHL San Jose Barracuda, the Tech CU Arena, three Sharks Ice facilities, and the non-profit Sharks Foundation. Additionally, we are growing our organization through expansion in the Bay Area and surrounding communities in Northern California.
We work and play in the Bay Area, and are deeply influenced by the technology, innovation, diversity, and commitment to excellence that surrounds us. Our culture is transforming to reflect those values, with an eye towards a pioneering, forward-thinking, and inclusive environment in sports and entertainment.
We live, work, and innovate by a set of Pioneering Principles:
T - Team success is more important than individual success
E - Exceptional experience is non-negotiable in everything we do
A - Appreciate others for their diversity and opinions
M - More risk leads to more rewards and expands our comfort zones
T - Trust that all teammates have the best intentions
E - Empower all teammates to make informed decisions
A - Always say what you really mean and do what you say
L - Lead by showing the respect to others you expect from them
We strive to unite people through a shared love of ice sports, entertainment, and our hometown. We are #TealTogether.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
Here at Team Teal, we recognize and celebrate that individuals come with a wealth of experience and talent well beyond any list of required skills and qualifications - in fact, we believe diversity of backgrounds and skills, combined with passion, are the most important keys to meaningful innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sharks Sports and Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), physical or mental disability, military service or veterans' status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
Notice to Recruiters and Agencies
SSE recruits candidates directly, rather than through third-party recruiters or agencies. Under no circumstances will SSE pay a fee for candidates submitted or presented without a signed recruiting agreement in place between SSE and the recruiter or agency prior to the submittal; any submittal must be for requisition specifically and individually assigned in writing by SSE's HR department. In the case of candidate(s) submitted or presented to SSE by a recruiter or agency without a signed agreement AND written assignment by SSE Human Resources, SSE explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) with no financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.