David Russell

David Russell currently serves as the Executive Performance Chef for the U.S. Soccer Federation, a position held since October 2023. Prior to this role, David gained extensive experience with the Memphis Grizzlies, where responsibilities included Team Performance Chef and Performance Sous Chef from March 2018 to August 2023. David began the culinary journey at Wente Vineyards, working as a Line Cook from September 2015 to March 2018. Academic qualifications include an Associate of Occupational Studies in Hospitality and Restaurant Management, with a focus on Culinary Arts and Nutrition, obtained from Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in San Francisco between 2015 and 2017. David completed secondary education at Granada High School, graduating in 2013.