Sports Performance Chef

Company Description Pivot Culinary Management partners with professional sports teams across the country to deliver comprehensive culinary solutions that support athletic performance. The organization collaborates closely with sports dietitians and performance staff to provide performance-based nutrition tailored to the needs of professional athletes and teams. PIVOT emphasizes sound nutrition, high-quality ingredients, and authentic relationships with clients and partners. Its team is composed of experienced culinary professionals and sports nutritionists who specialize in sourcing quality food and managing complex team-wide culinary operations. All services align with strict standards for food safety, quality, and recipe adherence.Role Description The Sports Performance Chef is a full-time, on-site position based in the Greater Phoenix Area. This role is responsible for planning, preparing, and executing performance-focused meals for professional athletes, aligned with nutrition guidelines established by sports dietitians and performance staff. Day-to-day tasks include ingredient sourcing, batch cooking, and meal service tailored to training schedules, travel, and recovery needs. The chef will manage kitchen operations and staff, maintain food safety and sanitation standards, oversee inventory and ordering, and focus on production excellence day-to-day. The role also involves building positive relationships with athletes and staff, adapting to feedback, and ensuring a high level of consistency, quality, and taste in all offerings.QualificationsStrong culinary and management skills, including recipe adherence, cooking techniques, prep/pack sheets, and managing a team of prep and fire chefs.Experience with performance-based or sports nutrition.Knowledge of food safety standards, kitchen sanitation practices, and compliance with local health regulations.Skills in inventory management, ordering, and cost control to maintain quality while operating within budget.Ability to work collaboratively with account management staff to execute the teams goals.Excellent time management and organizational skills, with flexibility to support training schedules, game days, and travel needs.Prior experience cooking for professional or collegiate athletes, high-performance environments, or large-scale food service is preferred.Culinary degree, relevant certification, or equivalent professional experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen.Commitment to non-discriminatory, inclusive practices and the ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds.