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Nfl Chef Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Sous Chef

Dallas, TX

$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 ...

Sous Chef

Dallas, TX · On-site

$48K - $64K/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 ...

Sous Chef

Dallas, TX · On-site

$48K - $64K/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 ...

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How much do nfl chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for nfl chef in Texas is $59,621.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,600.00 and $69,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an NFL chef?

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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Infographic showing various Nfl Chef job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 56% Full Time, 40% Part Time, and 4% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $59,621 per year, or $28.7 per hour.

$49K - $66K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Location: Netflix House - Dallas, TX

Salary: 65,000 - 75,000

Other Forms of Compensation: N/A 

Different perspectives make us better. We’re committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self. 

About Levy
The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, 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 and guest experience at the location. The ideal candidate will be an experienced culinarian with a passion for great food and guest experience.

Detailed Responsibilities:
* Proactively coaching and motivating team members to deliver their best
* Identifying opportunities and driving improvement in our location operations
* Monitoring quality and sanitation standards
* Delivering against our financial goals and budgets
* Setting the standard for culinary excellence
* Overseeing equipment maintenance routines
* Communicating and monitoring par levels
* Supporting the creation of menu build diagrams and monitoring output to ensure standards are adhered to
* Ensuring all routine kitchen management procedures are adhered to including (but not limited to) opening and closing checklists, cleaning schedules, temperature checks, waste sheets and pest control
* Creation of menu specifications, as needed
* Setting standards for chef table setups
* Creation of prep sheets and line layout diagrams to ensure consistent and efficient food production
* Performing daily line checks to verify quality and flavor standards
* Leading game day culinary operations
* Managing end-of-month inventory, in partnership with the purchasing team, to ensure the accurate recording of stock
* Proactively monitoring and managing food waste to help drive the cost of food
* Delivering training and coaching to team members on both the menu and general culinary skills
* Management of employee breaks to ensure the well-being of all team members
* Delivery of pre-shift meetings to set the tone for events
* Conducting corrective action with team members to address any issues in relation to performance
* Completing onboarding and orientation for new members of the Culinary team
* Ensuring all elements of food ordering, delivery, prep, transportation, and service are conducted to a high standard in line with Levy’s sanitation and safety Core Signatures
* Supporting other Levy locations, as needed
* Supporting the maintenance and update of recipes
* Management of culinary department budget
* Other duties, as assigned

Skills and Experience:
* 2+ years of experience in a culinary leadership position
* A culinary degree is preferred
* High level of computer literacy
* Understanding of financial concepts
* Passion for hospitality, food, and retail
* Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

Curious about Life at Levy? Check it out: Levy Culture

At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

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

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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Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, 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 acccommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsiblities, 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.

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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. 

Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.


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