Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $87,000.00 - $97,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
work/life resources
401(k) retirement plan
Paid parental leave
Disability Coverage
Job Description
Aramark Student Nutrition is a leading provider of food and nutrition services dedicated to serving over 350 school districts across the United States. Specializing in both public and private education institutions, Aramark offers a broad range of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering services, nutrition education, and retail operations. The company partners closely with schools to create culinary experiences designed to promote student success, emphasizing the delivery of healthy, nutritional meals combined with an exceptional dining experience to foster well-being within school communities. This mission aligns with Aramark's broader commitment to service and their core values... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Registered Dietitian licensed in the State of Illinois
- Minimum of 5 years food service management experience
- Experience in multi-site or K-12 food service is highly preferred
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Commitment to professional development
- Ability to maintain high standards for nutrition and food safety compliance
Job Qualifications
- Previous relevant working experience preferred
- Requires a bachelor's degree at an accredited institution with course work accredited or approved by the appropriate nutrition and dietetics agencies
- Must be a Registered Dietitian licensed in the State of Illinois
- A minimum of 5-7 years of food service management experience is required
- multi-site or K-12 experience is highly preferred
- Earn and maintain applicable certifications, registrations, licenses, credentials and continuing education requirements by the appropriate accredited local agencies
- Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
- Ability to maintain a contagious and positive work ethic and inspire others
- Ability to lead and execute programs, work effectively with others and manage personnel
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software programs
Job Duties
- Leads menu planning, pre and post-costing and meal acceptability efforts using existing software programs and in accordance with Aramark guidelines
- In cooperation with OpX departments, plans USDA commodity foods to maximize food cost savings and utilization of client PAL funds
- Manages Nutrition Manager and Nutrition Associate Manager
- Collaborates with Procurement, Culinary and other departments to support field operations in all areas of menu execution
- Provides technical expertise for client inquiries
- Provides leadership training and development to Front Line Managers in areas of nutrition
- Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education requirements
- Continues professional growth and development through participation in professional organizations and activities, workshops, and seminars
- Maintain compliance with all requirements of Federal, State, and local regulations and guidelines
- Maintain all records and reports necessary to comply with Aramark, government, and accrediting agency standards
- Participate in appropriate food service committee meetings, student focus groups and client's Local Wellness Policy activities
- Ensures quality, consistency, and adherence to standards based on the Aramark Education and Global Operational Excellence Food Management Process
- Ensure compliance to Aramark's food safety, sanitation, and overall occupational workplace safety standards by maintaining a work environment where no one gets hurt
- Visits school cafes on a regular basis
- Responsible for nutrient analysis of all menus including audits conducted by the client and local agencies
- Educates clients and consumers, regarding healthy food choices through school training and community outreach
- Assists with new employee training through Nutrition department onboarding
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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