Performance Cook for Professional Sports Team na Thomas Cuisine

Who We Are 

Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day. Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values, and building relationships while "doing the right thing".

What’s in it for you 

Benefits: 

Full-time roles include:  

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits with several plan options to choose from, provided by Blue Cross. HSA and FSA plan available.
•  Generous Accrued Paid Time Off and Leave programs.
•  401K Retirement Plan-with company match
•  Voluntary Short-Term Disability
•  Holiday Pay on worked Holidays
•  Life Insurance
•  Employee Referral Bonus
• Access to wellness initiatives, financial planning, behavioral health assistance, and more.

Wage range: $21-$23 DOE

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 45–50 hours per week. Some weekends, evenings, and holidays required based on training schedules and game days.

Location: San Jose, CA

Your Impact 

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-performance kitchen where precision, teamwork, and a commitment to nutrition and excellence are essential. This position demands a combination of culinary talent, nutritional awareness, and team leadership. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, embraces innovation, and is committed to culinary excellence using locally sourced, premium ingredients. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Daily Culinary Operations 

•  Prepare and execute meals that align with individualized performance nutrition goals and menu plans. 
•  Follow standardized recipes and adhere to guidelines provided by the culinary and nutrition leadership team. 
•  Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation in all dishes served to athletes and staff. 
•  Set up and break down kitchen stations daily, keeping workspaces clean, organized, and efficient. 
•  Team Support 
•  Collaborate with kitchen team members to ensure smooth prep and service operations. 
•  Take direction from the Sous Chef, Executive Chef, and Dietitian Director, and complete delegated tasks with attention to detail. 
•  Contribute positively to kitchen morale and maintain a respectful and professional attitude at all times. 
•  Ingredient Handling & Quality
•   Handle and prepare ingredients with care, focusing on freshness, seasonality, and local sourcing. 
•  Assist in receiving, inspecting, labeling, and storing food deliveries in compliance with food safety standards. 
•  Support efforts to minimize food waste and optimize ingredient use.

Nutrition & Dietary Support 

•  Prepare meals that accommodate food allergies, sensitivities, dietary preferences, and portion control requirements.
•   Ensure dishes meet macronutrient and micronutrient targets, especially as they pertain to athletic recovery and performance. 
•  Communicate clearly when substitutions or modifications are needed to meet dietary restrictions.

Kitchen Standards & Efficiency 

• Maintain high standards of food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene in accordance with health department guidelines. 
• Support inventory checks, ingredient rotation, and kitchen organization. 
• Uphold efficient prep methods and contribute to a lean, high-functioning kitchen environment.

Qualifications: 

•  Culinary certification or professional kitchen experience required (2+ years preferred). 
•  Prior experience in health-conscious, wellness-focused, or performance-based cooking environments a strong plus. 
•  Strong knife skills, understanding of cooking techniques, and ability to follow recipes with consistency. 
•  Familiarity with food safety standards, allergen protocols, and kitchen sanitation procedures. 
•  Passion for fresh, seasonal cooking and whole-food nutrition. 
•  Ability to follow directions, work efficiently, and adapt in a high-intensity kitchen setting. 
•  ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification required (or willingness to obtain upon hire). 
•  Must be a dependable team player with excellent time management skills. 
•  Spanish speakers desired but not necessary

Additional Expectations: 

•  Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays in alignment with team schedules and special events. 
•  Willingness to learn about performance nutrition and apply those principles in meal preparation. 
•  Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive kitchen tasks. 
•  High attention to detail and a strong work ethic in delivering consistent, athlete-focused meals. 
•  Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism in a high-profile sports environment. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Our commitment to you

Thomas Cuisine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. We believe in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging and our mission is to create an inclusive work environment where all employees’ differences are celebrated, their thoughts matter, and everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves to work.

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