What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Chef position at KitchFix?

KitchFix is a chef-driven organization that seeks to provide best-in-class hospitality through quality food and unparalleled service. Our operations include contract dining for performance-focused operations in 7 states and a headquarters based in Chicago. We believe exceptional hospitality helps all individuals reach their full potential.

JOB SUMMARY :

The Executive Chef will provide culinary leadership for the performance food service and catering operations for the Cincinnati Reds affiliate baseball team, the Daytona Tortugas in Daytona Beach, Florida. This will include menu planning, procurement, and culinary program execution. This person will operate in tandem with team dieticians to meet their performance nutritional expectations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Direct the food preparation for all Daytona Tortugas home games during exhibition games, regular season, and postseason
Collaborate with the nutrition team to develop menus and recipes
Prepare and cook meals that align with KitchFix and Tortugas standards
Organize, coordinate, and prepare food daily- 1 hot buffet arrival meal pre-game cold boxed snack for 40 people
Maintain oversight of all-access snack and recovery stations in the clubhouse
Provide meal service during all home games at Jackie Robinson Ballpark
Serve a well-rounded selection of menus that feature Latin cuisine on a regular basis
Prepare food on-site at Jackie Robinson Ballpark
Order & receive food supplies
Track & manage account budget
Promote and exemplify a culture that is rooted in positivity
Oversee food safety & handling procedures within the kitchen & dining
Oversee record-keeping system for temperatures
Oversee cleanliness of workstations, storage area, and kitchen
Be an advocate of key nutrition messages, serving as an extension to execute nutrition principles of the organization
Support nutrition interventions for medical need players
Ensure products are in stock for all refrigerators, freezers, and pantries
Ensure proper ingredient allergen labeling
Keep up to date with current food trends, new products, and emerging cuisines
Develop and maintain a positive rapport with the players, coaches, and staff
Uphold culinary operation and kitchen best practices and standards

QUALIFICATIONS :

5 years experience as a Chef with food preparation, food safety, and customer service experience

Degree in Culinary Arts, Nutrition, Dietetics, Health Science, or a related field preferred

Experience in client-facing role—demonstrated success with building and maintaining relationships with clients

ServSafe food manager certification and allergen certification

1 year of sports-based culinary nutrition experience with collegiate and / or professional athletes preferred

Experience coordinating catering with local restaurants preferred

A working knowledge of baseball is preferred

Excellent knowledge of kitchen equipment and good knife skills

Experience writing client-specific menus

Strong creativity, desire to learn, and interest in building healthy meals with lots of flavor

Ability to develop, document, and follow recipes

A working knowledge of culinary nutrition and have the ability to adjust recipes and menus to fit an athlete’s nutritional needs

Experience ordering and receiving food from local vendors

Confidence in working with clients who have food sensitivities and allergies

Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel and Word)

Ability to pass a background check

Spanish language fluency is a plus

WORK SCHEDULE :

Able to work non-standard work week, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays

Schedule based on Daytona Tortugas home game schedule

Season- Mid-March 2025 - end of September 2025 postseason if needed

KITCHFIX TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE :

Salaried, seasonal position–Starting at the equivalent of $80,000 / year

Comprehensive benefits package-

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Monthly cell phone reimbursement

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO, Sick Time, Paid Holidays)

Opportunity to have an impact on KitchFix’s growth

Salary : $80,000

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