Senior Nutrition Manager

• 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 on-boarding.

• 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

multi-site or K-12 experience

• medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources
• retirement savings plans like 401(k)
• paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage