EXECUTIVE CHEF - PERFORMANCE NUTRITION - STUDENT ATHLETES - THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY

Compass Group•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Performance Nutrition Executive Chef is a culinary leader who is passionate about fueling student athletes for peak performance, recovery, and long-term health. An excellent communicator and collaborator, the ideal candidate will thrive both independently and within a multidisciplinary team that includes coaches, dietitians, and performance staff. This role combines culinary expertise with nutrition strategies to deliver the coolest job in sports: creating food that drives wins on and off the field.

Responsibilities

Builds and fosters leadership influence across service team, culinary, nutrition, and athletic performance teams.
Approachable, trustworthy, and principled; delivers on promises to our team, athletes, and partners.
Manages and develops culinary talent with a focus on nutrition-forward, feedback driven cooking.
Influences change by integrating performance nutrition into daily operations.
Designs and implements operational efficiency plans that align with athlete fueling needs.
Highly organized planner who balances menu innovation with nutritional standards.
Proactively understands the nutritional needs of student athletes and plans menus to optimize energy, recovery, and hydration.
Manages multiple projects including training table meals, travel menus, and special event fueling
Develops and implements consistent culinary and nutrition standards.
Drives solutions that impact athlete performance, guest experience, and operational efficiency.
Serves as a field expert in performance nutrition and culinary execution.
Identifies and develops culinary talent with a focus on nutrition education and athlete-centered cooking.
Mentors and coaches staff to integrate nutrition principles into menu planning and preparation.