Task Force Chef - Goodyear, AZ

KitchFix is a chef-driven organization dedicated to providing best-in-class hospitality through quality food and unparalleled service. With operations spanning contract dining services across eight states and headquarters located in Chicago, KitchFix focuses on performance-oriented culinary environments. The company’s philosophy centers on delivering exceptional hospitality that helps individuals achieve their full potential, particularly through nutrition that supports elite athletic performance. KitchFix is known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and collaboration, partnering closely with professional sports organizations, including Major League Baseball (MLB), to cater to the unique needs of athletes and support staff. KitchFix is currently seeking a Task Force Chef to join their dynamic culinary team. This contract-based role offers a unique opportunity to provide short-term culinary support to MLB clubhouses, player development complexes, and other KitchFix operations as needed. The ideal candidate for this position will be someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments and possesses excellent culinary skills combined with the ability to adapt to various teams, facilities, and schedules quickly. This role is essential in maintaining the high standards of food quality and service that KitchFix is known for, especially in performance-focused settings requiring specialized nutritional meals. The Task Force Chef plays a key role in collaborating with Executive Chefs, dietitians, and the leadership team to design and implement menus tailored to meet the nutritionally demanding requirements of professional athletes. This includes managing full-service buffet setups, made-to-order stations, and specialized meals catering to various dietary restrictions. The culinary professional will be responsible for organizing and preparing meals for 60 to 100 people per service and ensuring that snack, beverage, and recovery stations within clubhouses are well maintained and fully stocked. This role requires impeccable food safety standards, including adherence to sanitation and allergen-labeling protocols. Additionally, the Task Force Chef actively supports inventory management tasks such as ordering and receiving supplies while maintaining cleanliness and organization in all kitchen areas. Success in this position depends on strong interpersonal skills, as the chef must develop and maintain positive relationships with players, coaches, and staff to foster a culture of positivity, teamwork, and culinary excellence. Flexibility is a critical component of this position, as the Task Force Chef may be required to travel frequently and operate efficiently in various locations and environments, often with irregular and variable work hours including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Compensation is assignment-based, and travel and lodging expenses are covered when applicable. This opportunity provides a platform to work across multiple MLB and professional sports environments, making it an excellent fit for culinary professionals passionate about sports nutrition and high-performance culinary delivery. KitchFix is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity, fostering a workplace where everyone belongs regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any legally protected characteristic. Joining KitchFix means being part of a team that values dedication, creativity, and collaboration to uplift the standard of sports nutrition and hospitality in professional athletic settings.

• 5+ years of professional culinary experience
• servsafe food manager certification
• allergen certification
• ability to work irregular schedules, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• must be willing to travel frequently and work on short-term assignments
• ability to pass a background check