PERFORMANCE SOUS CHEF - Charlotte Hornets

Job Summary The Performance Sous Chef I 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 I will be responsible for overseeing the culinary performance staff, ensuring 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, including rotating and storing food within coolers, freezers, dry storage, etc.; apply a FIFO approach (labeling, dating, rotating, screening) and develop guidelines for discarding or returning products that do not meet 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 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 (e.g., professional sports team, collegiate athletic department, or Olympic team setting) preferred. Bachelor's degree in culinary arts, nutrition, food science, and/or related field a plus. 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, see the Wage Transparency report: 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: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Flik maintains a drug‑free workplace. Req ID: 1533802 Flik Hospitality Group Shane Tirpak #J-18808-Ljbffr Compass Group, North America