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Compass Group

Performance Sous Chef - LA Rams NFL

Westlake Village, CA · On-site

$52K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CHEF RESPONSIBILITIES: • Develop recipes, source, build and implement menus for all player, coach and staff meals and ownership needs, with a focus on nutrient-dense foods to optimize health and ...

Compass Group

Executive Sushi Chef - Intuit Dome

Inglewood, CA · On-site

$73K - $101K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Position Summary The Executive Sushi Chef is responsible for leading all aspects of the sushi program at Intuit Dome. This role oversees menu development, culinary ...

Compass Group

Executive Sushi Chef - Intuit Dome

Inglewood, CA · On-site

$73K - $101K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Position Summary The Executive Sushi Chef is responsible for leading all aspects of the sushi program at Intuit Dome. This role oversees menu development, culinary ...

Compass Group

Executive Sushi Chef - Intuit Dome

Inglewood, CA

$74K - $102K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Position Summary The Executive Sushi Chef is responsible for leading all aspects of the sushi program at Intuit Dome. This role oversees menu development, culinary ...

Compass Group

Executive Sous Chef

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$63K - $81K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job Summary Position Summary The Executive Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations while maintaining a safe, clean, and sanitary work ...

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Compass Group

SENIOR SOUS CHEF

West Lafayette, IN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job Summary Job Summary: Working as the Senior Sous Chef , you will be responsible for assisting in the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a ...

Compass Group

SENIOR SOUS CHEF

West Lafayette, IN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job Summary Job Summary: Working as the Senior Sous Chef ,you will be responsible for assisting in the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a facility. You ...

Compass Group

SENIOR SOUS CHEF

West Lafayette, IN

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job Summary Job Summary: Working as the Senior Sous Chef , you will be responsible for assisting in the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a ...

Compass Group

Executive Sous Chef

Cincinnati, OH

$62K - $79K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job Summary Position Summary The Executive Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations while maintaining a safe, clean, and sanitary work ...

New

Compass Group

Sous Chef

Milwaukee, WI

$49K - $66K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job Summary The Sous Chef position is a central leadership role within the culinary team - providing direction and coaching to team members to drive the very best food ...

Compass Group

Sous Chef

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job Summary The Sous Chef position is a central leadership role within the culinary team - providing direction and coaching to team members to drive the very best food ...

Compass Group

Executive Chef - Plaza

Evanston, IL · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job Summary Bring creativity to the plate and leadership to the kitchen. As Executive Chef of the Plaza at Ryan Field, you will lead all culinary operations in the plaza ...

Compass Group

Sous Chef - River Roast

Chicago, IL · On-site

$70K - $72K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job Summary Job Summary: River Roast is looking for a passionate Sous Chef to help lead our culinary team and deliver an exceptional dining experience every day.

Compass Group

Executive Chef - Plaza

Evanston, IL

$90K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job Summary Bring creativity to the plate and leadership to the kitchen. As Executive Chef of the Plaza at Ryan Field, you will lead all culinary operations in the plaza ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for nfl chef in the United States is $63,994.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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NFL Chefs are responsible for planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks that align with players' training and recovery needs, often in collaboration with team nutritionists and dietitians. Their daily duties include sourcing fresh ingredients, accommodating dietary restrictions, ensuring food safety compliance, and sometimes preparing meals for both home and away games. Chefs may also coordinate with kitchen staff, manage food costs, and adapt menus based on feedback from players and coaches. The fast-paced and dynamic nature of a professional sports environment means flexibility and efficiency are key. This role provides a unique opportunity to directly impact athlete health and team performance through culinary expertise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the NFL chef position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an NFL Chef, you need a strong culinary background, expertise in nutrition, and experience preparing high-volume, high-quality meals tailored to athletes' dietary needs. Familiarity with food safety standards, menu planning software, and certifications such as ServSafe are typically required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and adaptability are essential soft skills for collaborating with coaches, nutritionists, and players. These abilities ensure meals support optimal athletic performance, meet strict nutritional guidelines, and foster a positive dining environment for the team.

What is an NFL chef?

An NFL Chef is responsible for preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for players, coaches, and staff of a National Football League (NFL) team. They design meal plans tailored to athletes' dietary needs to optimize performance and recovery. The role involves sourcing ingredients, maintaining kitchen operations, and collaborating with nutritionists. NFL Chefs often work long hours, including weekends and game days, to meet team schedules.

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Performance Sous Chef - LA Rams NFL

Compass Group

Westlake Village, CA • On-site

$52K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Compass Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,088 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

345th of 491 rated business services

Job description

Salary: 70000 to 80000

Other Forms of Compensation:  

What makes FLIK click


What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.
 

We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn't merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

Job Summary

The Performance Sous Chef for this account will improve player health and performance through the creation of nutritionally optimal meals and snacks for the players and coaches. The Performance Sous Chef will be responsible for overseeing the culinary performance staff.   Will work to provide fresh, local, balanced, and nutrient-dense meals tailored specifically to the needs of the players and coaches. 

CHEF RESPONSIBILITIES:


    Develop recipes, source, build and implement menus for all player, coach and staff meals and ownership needs, with a focus on nutrient-dense foods to optimize health and performance 
    Implement procedures for serving food, as well as rotating and storing food within coolers, freezers, dry storage, etc. applying a FIFO approach (including labeling, dating, rotating, and screening products to meet food safety and organizational standards.) Development of guidelines for discarding or returning products that do not meet the organizational standards
    Synchronize and prepare lunches for the business and administration sector of the organization around the needs of player and coach meals during the off-season 

ATHLETE CENTERED APPROACH:


    Knowledge of nutrition needs and demands of an athlete
    Collaborate with team dietitians as a multi-disciplinary team member of the performance nutrition department and advise on culinary methods and techniques for meals related to the athletes' needs

SKILLS & ABILITIES:


    Comprehensive understanding of menu item specifics including, but not limited to, dietary restrictions, food allergies and intolerances, ingredients, preparation processes, holding and serving temperatures, and HACCP guidelines

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:


    A minimum of three (1-3) years of experience in a culinary management role within an athletic nutrition setting (ex. professional sports team, collegiate athletic department, or Olympic team setting) preferred.
    Bachelors' degree in culinary arts, nutrition, food science, and/or related field a plus

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Associates at Flik Hospitality are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. 

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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. 

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. 

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1559942

Flik Hospitality Group 

Shane Tirpak 

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