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Performance Cook

Papago, AZ, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Jan 2025

About the role

Position: Performance Cook Department: Baseball OpsReports to: Head Performance ChefStatus: Seasonal hourlyLocation: Phoenix, AZ Position Summary: The San Francisco Giants Baseball Club are seeking a Performance Cook to join the Baseball Operations department. The Performance Cook will play a key role in supporting the Head Performance Chef and Executive Performance Sous Chef / Dietitian in providing fresh, local, sustainable, and nutrient dense meals tailored to optimize performance, recovery, and health of our players and staff within the San Francisco Giants Player Development department. This is a part time hourly role based out of the San Francisco Giants state of the art performance complex at Papago Park in Phoenix Arizona. The Performance Cook will take support the Head Performance Chef and Executive Performance Sous Chef / Dietitian in a variety of roles including but not limited to, food preparation, menu development, developing in house made from scratch meals and snacks to optimize performance and health, inventory management, stocking, and dishes and sanitation This role combines culinary expertise with nutritional knowledge to enhance athletic performance. The ideal candidate will have experience in sports nutrition, meal timing, and the importance food has in optimizing performance, recovery, and overall health. This role will involve preparing, and delivering high-quality, performance-driven meals that support the specific demands of athletes’ training schedules, competition cycles, and individual dietary needs. Position Responsibilities: Meal Preparation with Whole Foods Focus: · Create and prepare nutrient-dense meals with whole foods tailored to support the performance goals and dietary requirements of athletes.· Based on dietitian guidance, execute meals that account for the specific needs of each athlete (e.g., macronutrient balance, calorie intake, food allergies, and preferences).· Ensure all meals are properly portioned and meet performance goals related to performance, muscle recovery, energy levels, and optimal fueling. Nutritional Guidance & Collaboration: · Work closely with the executive chef, sous chef, team dietitians, and strength & conditioning coaches to integrate the latest nutritional strategies for performance enhancement.· Provide athletes with pre- and post-training meals, in-house snacks, and hydration options that maximize recovery and maintain energy. Continuous Improvement, Education & Empowerment: · Ensure food safety, sanitation, and proper kitchen operations in compliance with health regulations.· Develop innovative recipes that enhance flavor, nutrition, and food presentation while maintaining high standards of quality.· Stay current with emerging trends in sports nutrition, functional foods, and performance-driven ingredients. Kitchen Operations & Efficiency: · Manage food inventory, ordering, and preparation to meet the dietary needs of athletes while minimizing waste.· Organize and the smooth operation of the athlete’s kitchen, help maintain equipment and ensure a clean and safe cooking environment.· Adjust mealtimes and food offerings according to schedule changes to help optimize the food being served to the players.· Help satisfy both the nutritional needs as well as the taste preferences of the athletes.· Assist in washing and maintaining dish pit area to be free of soiled equipment and maintaining dining room facilities in a orderly manner.· Other duties as directed by Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef. Skills and Qualifications: · Experience working with professional or elite-level athletes.· Familiarity with the sports nutrition basics.· Knowledge of food allergies and intolerances, with experience preparing allergen-free meals.· Mini