Sr Culinary Educator

The Ohio State University is a renowned public research university known for its commitment to excellence in education, research, and patient care. It operates numerous facilities, including the University Hospital and Wexner Medical Center, which serve as leading institutions for healthcare services, medical education, and innovative clinical practice. These establishments provide a collaborative environment that integrates cutting-edge technology with compassionate patient care. The Ohio State University fosters an inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes professional growth across various disciplines, including nutrition and culinary sciences, within its wide network of academic and medical services.

The Sr Culinary Educator position is based within University Hospital's Food Service Administration department. This regular full-time role with a 40-hour workweek involves delivering specialized culinary education aimed at cancer patients, survivors, families, and caregivers. The educational sessions occur in The James Instructional Kitchen as well as through outreach via the Mobile Education Kitchen. The role requires a dietitian who can not only provide nutritional care through assessment, counseling, and intervention but also collaborate effectively in program development to tailor food and nutrition education that positively impacts patient and community health.

The Sr Culinary Educator is responsible for ensuring that food preparation aligns with the specific needs of the audience by utilizing proper food handling and sanitation techniques following HACCP standards and local regulations. This includes managing food displays and transportation for educational sessions and events. Coordination responsibilities extend to staffing, food purchasing, billing systems integration, and maintaining schedules for the educational kitchens and related events, including driving and event setup. Additionally, the role includes contributing to the creation of marketing and promotional materials to enhance program visibility and engagement.

Candidates are expected to hold a bachelor's level degree and must be registered or registration eligible as a licensed dietitian in the state of Ohio. The position requires at least five years of relevant work experience, preferably including clinical dietitian roles, and culinary or food service experience. A valid Ohio driver’s license is mandatory due to the mobile outreach components. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of individuals affected by cancer while working in a vibrant academic medical center environment that supports continuous learning and professional development.