Athletics Performance Sous Chef - Florida State University

Tallahassee, FL, USA|

Job Overview

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

flexible schedule

Training and Development

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in exemplary service and driven by a purpose to make a positive impact, Aramark aims to create great experiences for its partners, communities, and employees. The company believes that every individual should enjoy equal employment opportunities and be free to participate fully in all aspects of the organization. Aramark is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where employees can thrive, develop their talents, and pursue professional growth. As a company focused on empowering its workforce, Aramark offers a dynamic environment where innovation, collaboration, and dedication are valued and encouraged.

The Athletics Performance Sous Chef at Aramark holds a crucial role in supporting professional sports teams by planning, preparing, and executing innovative, nutritionally optimized meals tailored specifically for athletes and staff. This role requires working closely with team nutritionists and dietitians to ensure that every meal aligns with players' dietary needs, performance goals, and individual preferences. The Sous Chef is responsible for creating meal plans that support energy requirements on game days and practice days, aid in muscle recovery, and implement hydration strategies. By preparing high-quality meals and snacks for various team activities including training, games, and travel, the Sous Chef ensures that all food offerings meet the highest culinary standards while adhering to performance nutrition guidelines.

Further responsibilities include sourcing premium ingredients in collaboration with nutrition experts, providing accurate menu labeling including allergens, and customizing meals to accommodate special dietary needs such as gluten-free, keto, and dairy-free options. This position is also responsible for maintaining strict food safety compliance based on HACCP guidelines and overseeing kitchen sanitation and inventory management to uphold cleanliness and operational efficiency. Strong collaboration skills are essential, as the role requires managing and recruiting team chefs, coordinating with catering partners, and communicating effectively with players and performance staff to meet evolving meal service expectations. The Athletics Performance Sous Chef should be innovative in menu creation, considering seasonality, cultural preferences, and festive themes according to the team’s schedule.

This full-time position demands flexibility with working hours, including early mornings, evenings during game days, and weekends to ensure seamless food service throughout the sports calendar. The ideal candidate will have a culinary degree or equivalent professional experience, essential knowledge of sports nutrition, and a background working either with professional sports teams, high-end catering, or health-focused kitchens. With a strong emphasis on food safety, time management, and organizational skills, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute significantly to athlete performance and wellbeing in a supportive and dynamic environment at Aramark.

Job Requirements

culinary degree or equivalent experience
previous experience in professional kitchens
knowledge of sports nutrition principles
ability to work flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, and weekends
strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
excellent communication and organizational skills
ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Job Qualifications

preferred previous experience as a private chef for athletes or working in professional sports, high-end catering, or health-focused kitchens
understanding of supplements and supplement strategies as set forth by the team dietician, optimal recovery foods, and hydration strategies
experience with bulk meal prep and serving large groups efficiently
culinary degree or equivalent experience (3-5 years) in professional kitchens
experience in sports nutrition or performance-based cooking such as working with athletes, sports teams, or high-end catering
knowledge of dietary needs for elite athletes, including macronutrients, hydration, and recovery foods
ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings (game days), and weekends
strong food safety knowledge (ServSafe certification preferred)
excellent time management, organization, communication skills and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

work closely with the team nutritionist to develop meal plans tailored to players’ performance, recovery, and dietary needs
ensure meals support game-day and practice-day energy needs, muscle recovery, and hydration strategies
prepare daily meals and snacks for training, game, and pre-travel days
maintain consistency, quality, and presentation of meals in line with professional culinary standards and performance nutrition guidelines
source and order high-quality ingredients in collaboration with the team dietitian to ensure adherence to team nutrition guidelines
create and provide accurate menu labeling, including allergen information, for all menu items at both training and game facilities
adapt meals for players with food allergies, preferences, or special dietary requirements such as gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, and high-protein
create, order, and provide health-driven grab-and-go snacks and hydration options for both training and game facilities
ensure compliance with HACCP guidelines, food handling safety requirements, and sanitation standards
maintain a clean and organized kitchen while overseeing inventory and food storage
manage, recruit, and work with team chefs, catering partners, and performance staff to coordinate meals
communicate and interact with players and staff regarding meal preferences, feedback, and overall expectations of meal service
create and adjust menus using innovative approaches that address seasonality, cultural preferences, and festive themes based on the team schedule