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Seattle Hockey Partners, LLC

Lead Dietitian

Seattle, WA · On-site

Director, Sports Performance Our Purpose: We are building a championship organization that serves ... Coordinate with team chefs/food staff regarding menu requirements, food allergy/intolerance needs ...

Seattle Kraken

Lead Dietitian

Seattle, WA · On-site

Director, Sports Performance Our Purpose: We are building a championship organization that serves ... Coordinate with team chefs/food staff regarding menu requirements, food allergy/intolerance needs ...

Seattle Kraken

Lead Dietitian

Seattle, WA

Director, Sports Performance Our Purpose: We are building a championship organization that serves ... Coordinate with team chefs/food staff regarding menu requirements, food allergy/intolerance needs ...

Arizona Cardinals

Sous Chef

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$48K - $66K/yr

Our vision is to build a leading sports organization that competes for championships, drives ... The Sous Chef will help optimize player health and performance through the creation and execution ...

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How much do sports performance chef jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports performance 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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Sports Performance Chef position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sports Performance Chef, you need a background in culinary arts, in-depth knowledge of nutrition for athletes, and experience creating performance-optimized meal plans. Certification as a chef or in sports nutrition, alongside proficiency with kitchen management software and food safety systems, is highly valuable. Strong organizational skills, creativity, and the ability to communicate effectively with athletes, coaches, and medical staff help you excel in this environment. These capabilities are vital for delivering tailored, safe, and effective nutrition that supports athletic performance and meets individual needs.

What is a Sports Performance Chef job?

A Sports Performance Chef specializes in creating meals that enhance athletic performance, recovery, and overall health. They work closely with sports nutritionists, dietitians, and athletes to design personalized meal plans based on dietary needs and training goals. This role involves sourcing high-quality ingredients, preparing nutrient-rich meals, and ensuring proper timing of food intake. Sports Performance Chefs often work with professional teams, individual athletes, or sports organizations to optimize nutrition for peak performance.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Sports Performance Chef?

As a Sports Performance Chef, your daily responsibilities usually involve planning and preparing nutritionally balanced meals tailored to the specific needs of athletes or teams, often in collaboration with sports dietitians. You’ll source high-quality ingredients, manage kitchen inventory, ensure strict food safety standards, and adapt menus for different training or competition phases. Routine communication with players, coaching staff, and medical teams is key to customizing meal plans and responding to feedback. The role demands flexibility, as mealtimes often align with athlete schedules and can require travel for events or training camps.

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Infographic showing various Sports Performance Chef job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,994 per year, or $30.8 per hour.
PERFORMANCE EXECUTIVE CHEF III - PELICANS NBA - NEW ORLEANS

PERFORMANCE EXECUTIVE CHEF III - PELICANS NBA - NEW ORLEANS

Compass Group

Metairie, LA • On-site

$66K - $91K/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 1,074 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

312th of 449 rated business services

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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 Executive Chef III will improve player health and performance through the creation of nutritionally optimal meals and snacks for the players and coaches. The High-Performance Executive Chef will be responsible for overseeing the culinary performance staff. As a multi-disciplinary team member, the high-performance chef will work to provide fresh, local, balanced, and nutrient-dense meals tailored specifically to the needs of the players and coaches.
    PERFORMANCE EXECUTIVE CHEF III 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
    • Lead culinary staff, including management of hiring and termination of appropriate personnel, scheduling and reviewing hours, conducting regular performance reviews, and, if vital, terminating staff in conjunction with human resources
    • Assist in establishing a culinary budget, including menu costing, inventory tracking, and invoice processing
    • 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
    • Establish relationships with quality, nutritional-minded vendors to procure seasonal, local and sustainable ingredients
    • 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: 1549824
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