Director of Nutrition and Wellness

Location:

• We are hiring immediately for a DIR, NUTRITION & WELLNESS position.
• Address: Jacksonville, FL Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Requirement: RD credentials and Food Service Management Experience

 

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Job Summary

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Chartwells K12 is seeking a motivated, passionate, and experienced Director of Nutrition and Wellness (Registered Dietitian) to join the leadership team at its largest client, Duval County Public Schools. This role will lead the wellness department while collaborating with operators on strengthening the culture of helping kids stay Happy & Healthy.The Director of Nutrition and Wellness will be the owner of the menu development, responsible for the compliance of USDA K12 nutrition guidelines and with respect of the client expectations. Specifically will work closely with the Executive Chef and Supply Chain department to identify compliant and innovative menu items, develop new recipes, and build cycle menus that will drive student participation.
Additionally, the Director of Nutrition and Wellness will participate in senior leadership meetings, play an active role in educating internal teams on company protocols related to risk management of food allergies and special diets, conduct on site visits for the purpose of quality control, engage with students and assess programming opportunities. The Director of Nutrition and Wellness will interact and build relationships with several stakeholders in this high-profile, high-volume account: client, principals, students, peers, vendors, etc.

Key Responsibilities:

Understands and promotes Company food philosophy, sustainability commitments, and nutrition programs.
Develops, implements, and/or tracks effectiveness of corporate nutrition and wellness programming taking into account current dietary recommendations and trends, overall account profiles, and client needs.
Leads team projects related to the growth of nutrition and health.
Plays an active role in educating internal teams on Company protocols related to risk management of food allergies and special diets.
Conducts site visits for purpose of quality control of nutritional program, nutritional standards, on-site nutritional support (meeting with students, clients, etc.) and on-site programming.

Qualifications:

Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required. Licensed by the State Dietetics Licensing Board in states where applicable required. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years of Dietitian professional work experience required. Contract food service, schools, college and business environments strongly preferred.
General Hospitality knowledge and interest in sustainability and sustainable food practices. Food Service Management Experience required.
Requires strong public speaking skills and ability to plan and deliver audience-appropria