Sports Performance District Manager

Thomas Cuisine•Meridian, ID

4d•$140,000 - $150,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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%

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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