Sports Performance District Manager

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. Compensation: $140,000–$150,000 annually + 15% bonus potential. Full‑time, Monday‑Friday, 50 hours/week.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Lead sports nutrition strategy at a national level across collegiate and professional programs

Influence athlete performance from everyday fueling to championship moments

Unite science‑backed nutrition with chef‑driven, scratch‑made food to deliver measurable results

Lead and develop high‑performing teams, setting the bar for athlete fueling and execution

Champion REAL Food as a true competitive advantage—intentionally, ethically, and performance‑focused

Step into a role with high visibility and strategic influence, shaping the future of athlete dining

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

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 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. Our DEIB commitment is an ongoing journey and we strive to adapt and improve as we grow.

REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships
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