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Head Performance Chef for Football Nutrition
Athens, GA
Job Description
Posting Details
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Posting Details
| Posting Number | S11948P |
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| Working Title | Head Performance Chef for Football Nutrition |
| Department | Athletics-Football Nutrition |
| About the University of Georgia | Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. |
| About the College/Unit/Department | |
| College/Unit/Department website | |
| Posting Type | External |
| Retirement Plan | TRS or ORP |
| Employment Type | Employee |
| Benefits Eligibility | Benefits Eligible |
| Full/Part time | Full Time |
| Work Schedule | |
| Additional Schedule Information | Ability to work non-traditional work hours that include nights, weekends, and holidays. Hours will vary based on practice, competition, and recruiting schedules. |
| Advertised Salary | Commensurate with experience |
| Posting Date | 04/16/2024 |
| Open until filled | Yes |
| Closing Date | |
| Proposed Starting Date | 05/01/2024 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | |
| Location of Vacancy | Athens Area |
| EEO Policy Statement | The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). |
Position Information
| Classification Title | Dietetic/Nutrition Professional |
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| FLSA | Exempt |
| FTE | 1.00 |
| Minimum Qualifications | Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Preferred 6-8 years of experience as a chef and previous management experience of staff, budgeting, and inventory. Previous experience working with sports teams is preferred. Nutrition certification or Registered Dietitian preferred. |
| Position Summary | The Head Performance Chef for Football Nutrition will assist the Director of Performance Nutrition for Football and Director of Culinary Operations in executing the nutrition program. The employee will need to be aware of the fueling needs of football athletes and have the ability to customize meals based on body composition goals, food allergies, and athletes' preferences. They will maintain inventory levels at fueling stations, help the assistant director manage the shipping, receiving, and tracking of food products. The employee will assist in menu development & execution for on-site meals as well as team travel. Additionally, be knowledgeable in culinary terms, knife skills, and basic cooking techniques to lead cooking demonstrations for football athletes. The employee will also assist in managing catering events for football, assist staff members with daily team tasks and oversee morning and evening grab-n-go menus, distribution and quality control. |
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| Is driving a responsibility of this position? | Yes |
| Is this a Position of Trust? | Yes |
| Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? | No |
| Does this position require a P-Card? | No |
| Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? | No |
| Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | Yes |
| Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | No |
| Credit and P-Card policy | Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the . |
| Background Investigation Policy | Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the . |
Duties/Responsibilities
| Duties/Responsibilities |
Meal Execution and Cooking Demonstration: 1. Serve as head chef in football facility - Includes pre and post fueling for practice, lift, and games 2. Aware of athletes training and physical demands to create menus to meet athletes nutritional needs 3. Ensure food safety for all menus including but not limited to food allergies, expiration dates, temperature control, etc. 4. Teach football athletes culinary skills to ensure proper education of basic cooking |
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| Percentage of time | 65 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
Management & Supervisory Roles: 1. Manage football kitchen to ensure proper food products are available for football athletes 2. Help with product ordering, inventory, tracking, and monitoring expiration dates 3. Supervise all kitchen staff including full-time chefs and interns. 4. Aware and maintain football food budget |
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| Percentage of time | 20 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
Menu Development: 1. Work with team training table staff to create menus that meet the needs of football athletes 2. Recipe development to meet athletes taste preferences 3. Work with various caterers to provide menus that ensure proper quality & taste 4. Ability to work with team hotels on the road to execute all travel menus & pregame meals 5. Continue to expand menu variety to please athletes |
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| Percentage of time | 15 |
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
6 to 8 years
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