Justin Allen
Allen
Summary
A dedicated and skilled Sports Performance Chef with extensive experience in developing performance-focused menus and managing high-performing culinary teams. Proven ability to collaborate with sports performance directors to meet the dietary needs of professional athletes. Strong background in kitchen management, safety standards, and innovative menu creation.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Performance Chef
Dallas Cowboys
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborate closely with the Cowboys Director of Sports Performance to develop weekly menus tailored to players' specific dietary needs
- Lead and mentor the culinary staff, enhancing their knowledge and overall cooking efficiency
- Innovate and create new menus and recipes, ensuring variety and nutritional balance
- Oversee inventory management, including ordering and maintaining pars on key items
- Ensure all allergy information is accurately provided, safeguarding the health of all clients
- Coordinate with the in-house team to ensure timely and specially curated catering during events
- Uphold the highest safety and sanitation standards, continuously coaching staff on best practices
- Travel with the team to Oxnard, California, for Training Camp to deliver top-quality and high-performance meals on the go.
Assistant Culinary Manager
The Hub
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed food production across four distinct culinary concepts, maintaining consistency and quality
- Oversaw the processing of invoices, data entry, and financial tracking to support efficient kitchen operations
- Maintained rigorous safety and sanitation standards across all food production areas
- Managed and scheduled a team of over 80 culinary associates, ensuring optimal staffing levels.
Sous Chef
Upward Projects/Postino Wine Cafe
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Maintained and enforced compliance with sanitation and safety regulations in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Created and managed staff schedules within budget constraints for a team of 90 employees
- Developed leadership skills in junior staff, contributing to the company's growth
- Played a key role in opening multiple locations, overseeing kitchen setup and operations.
Sous Chef
Topgolf
08.2012 - 09.2019
- Promoted from Bus Boy to Sous Chef in 2014, demonstrating rapid career progression
- Played a pivotal role in opening 10 venues, ensuring smooth culinary operations from the start
- Managed a team of 90 employees, scheduling shifts and maintaining budget controls
- Maintained high standards of service and food quality, consistently meeting company expectations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Allen High School
Allen Texas05.2011
Skills
- Sports Performance Nutrition
- Menu & Recipe Development
- Kitchen Management (10 years)
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Catering & Event Coordination
- Time Management
Educationcertifications
- Performance Culinary and Athlete Nutrition, Johnson & Wales University at The Star, Frisco, Texas
- Nutrition 101, Understanding Nutrition Priorities | Anthony Zamora
Timeline
Sports Performance Chef
Dallas Cowboys
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Culinary Manager
The Hub
09.2022 - 10.2023
Sous Chef
Upward Projects/Postino Wine Cafe
09.2020 - 09.2022
Sous Chef
Topgolf
08.2012 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Allen High School
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