Training Camp Assistant, Fueling Station Attendant

Position:Training Camp Assistant - Fueling Station Attendant – PartTime/Temporary/Non-Exempt

Department: Football Operations – Nutrition Services

Reports to: Sr. Manager, Performance Nutrition

Location: State Farm Stadium (Glendale, AZ)

Format: In-person

Duration: 2024 NFL Training Camp Mid-July - August

Cardinals Organizational Summary:

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is a professional football team within the National Football League (NFL). We compete in the National Football Conference (NFC) West division and call State Farm Stadium, in Glendale, Arizona, our home.

As one of the oldest pro football franchises in the U.S., the Club has established itself as a sport and cultural hallmark within Arizona, as well as a trailblazer for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives and firsts around the League. Our vision is to build a leading sports organization that competes for championships, drives business results, creates loyal fans, develops proud employees, and inspires hope in our community. We are relentless in our pursuit of greatness on and off the field, while positively impacting our people, our fans, and our community.

If you want to join an organization that values putting the team first, doing what is right, growing with positivity, valuing every voice, while driving performance, we would love for you to join our team. Learn more about the Arizona Cardinals and see what’s happening here.

Job Summary:

The Arizona Cardinals Training Camp Assistant – Fueling Station Attendant is sponsored by the Nutrition Services Department located at the Dignity Health Arizona Cardinals Training Facility in Tempe, AZ. This position provides an exceptional opportunity for committed, hardworking, and dedicated individuals that are seeking to gain a future career in Performance Nutrition, including first-hand experience in a National Football League (NFL) environment. The Training Camp Assistant – Fueling Station Attendant assists in the pre/post-practice fueling practices needed to aid players in fueling and recovery.

Primary Job Duties:

The Training Camp Assistant – Fueling Station Attendant will have the daily responsibilities, without limitation, to include the following:

• Nutrition-Focused
• Assists the dietitian(s) in providing nutrition education and resources: food quality, nutrient timing, recovery, and hydration strategies.
• Food Service Operations
• Assists in food services tasks including stocking, portioning, cleaning, and organizing.
• Assists in collecting menu feedback and accommodating special diets.
• Assists in distribution of pre-, mid-, and post-practice Fueling Stations.
• Well-informed on current food trends, nutrition, and health issues/research related to performance. Integrates and applies information into culinary operation: recipe development and innovate offerings (anti-inflammatory, energy, recovery) for the team.
• Inventory of goods through necessary vendors for athletic Fueling Stations, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: Currently enrolled in or graduated from a bachelor or graduate program in dietetics/nutrition or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Experience in front of house food service operations.
• Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, preferred.
• Ability to accurately assess and evaluate energy balance, resting metabolic rate, and total energy expenditure consistent with the physiological demands of the sport and daily activities.
• Knowledge of NSF Certified for Sport® supplements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and nutrient analysis software using the USDA database.
• Self-motivated, outgoing, goal oriented and high energy; demonstrate a growth mindset and learning attitude.
• Ability to work positively in a fast-paced environment and to prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline driven environment.
• Understands the importance of teamwork and adherence to department guidelines.
• Organized and professional approach when presenting ideas and plans to superiors for departmental improvements.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; hours may vary depending on business needs.
• Current with all required certifications including a ServSafe Food Handlers Certifications.
• Respectfully handles confidential information in compliance with HIPAA guidelines and maintains a professional attitude around a professional.

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.