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REAL Food. Real Performance.

Sports Performance District Manager| Location: Meridian, ID; travel up to 50%

Compensation: $140,000-$150,000 annually +15% bonus potential — REAL Food. Real Performance. Real pay that matches your game| Full-time

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 50 hours/week

JOB SUMMARY

At Thomas Cuisine, we don’t just serve meals—we power performance. As our Sports Performance District Manager, you’ll lead strategy and innovation across collegiate and professional sports programs, blending science-backed nutrition with chef-driven, scratch-made menus. From training tables to championship runs, you’ll guide teams that deliver REAL Food and measurable results.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE

• You’ll lead sports nutrition strategy at a national level across collegiate and professional programs
• You’ll influence athlete performance from everyday fueling to championship moments
• You’ll unite science-backed nutrition with chef-driven, scratch-made food to deliver measurable results
• You’ll lead and develop high-performing teams, setting the bar for athlete fueling and execution
• You’ll championREAL Food as a true competitive advantage—intentional, ethical, and performance-focused
• You’ll step into a role with high visibility and strategic influence, shaping the future of athlete dining
• You’ll earn a competitive salary with bonus potential, plus comprehensive benefits, PTO, and wellness support

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead sports nutrition strategy and operations across multiple collegiate and professional accounts, standardizing athlete-first fueling with sport-specific flexibility
• Partner with dietitians, chefs, and operations leaders to convert performance goals into chef-driven, scratch-crafted menus and fueling stations
• Establish and maintain farm-to-table sourcing standards through transparent local and approved vendor partnerships
• Direct training tables, team meals, and travel nutrition to ensure consistent quality and measurable impact
• Pilot, scale, and standardize best practices, driving innovation in athlete dining and sports nutrition
• Ensure full NCAA, conference, and institutional compliance, including supplement safety and food safety (HACCP/SOPs)
• Track program KPIs and adjust strategy based on data, outcomes, and athlete feedback
• Manage budgets, food cost, and labor performance while protecting performance integrity and food quality
• Recruit and develop sports dietitians and culinary leaders, fostering a culture of REAL Food and excellence
• Support new account launches and transitions, including standards rollout and program alignment
• Serve as a trusted partner to athletic departments, performance teams, and corporate stakeholders
• Perform other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Sports Nutrition, Business or related field
• 5+ years of progressive experience in sports nutrition and/or performance foodservice within collegiate and/or professional athletics
• Proven success leading multi-site or district-level programs and cross-functional teams
• Experience in contract foodservice, performance hospitality, or managed services
• Demonstrated expertise in NCAA and/or professional league compliance, including supplement safety and documentation standards
• Strong financial and operational acumen, with experience managing budgets, food cost, and labor performance
• Ability to align menus, fueling environments, and culinary execution with performance objectives
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%

SCORE BONUS POINTS FOR HAVING:

• Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Sports Nutrition, Business or related field
• Experience opening a new business line within an existing brand
• Background supporting new account launches, transitions, or program standardization
• Experience leading or mentoring sports dietitians and culinary leaders across multiple sites
• Wide network of industry leaders in both NCAA and/or professional leagues

At Thomas Cuisine, our people are purposeful. They care about food and quality and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our healthcare community.

What We Offer!

• Life/Work Integration
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Baby Bonding Leave
  • Paid Elder Care Leave
  • Paid Time Off (Accrued)
  • Paid Holidays

• Health & Wellness
  • 3 Medical Plans (Blue Cross)
  • Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Reimbursed Wellness Massages (Portion of cost)
  • Voluntary HSA with Company Match
  • Voluntary FSA
  • Free Employee Assistance Program (Behavioral Health Support)
  • Access to Wellness Initiatives (Fitness Memberships, etc.)

• Financial Wellness
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
  • Company-Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Policy
  • Voluntary Short-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Employee, Spouse, and/or child(ren) Life Insurance, with AD&D
• Plus
  • A supportive, collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for growth

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. Our people are purposeful, they care about food and quality, and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish, but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our growing community.

Our commitment to you

At Thomas Cuisine, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and where every individual feels a sense of belonging. We know that this commitment is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living part of our company culture.

REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships