Community Outreach Dietitian
Job Description
Role Overview
Sodexo is seeking a Community Outreach Dietitian for the Food For Life Pantry in Cleveland, OH. The Food for Life Market Dietitian supports University Hospitals’ innovative community nutrition program by guiding referred patients experiencing food insecurity through weekly food selections, offering practical nutrition guidance, and promoting disease‑specific education during individualized “walk and talk” sessions. This role also leads community programming—such as cooking demos, farmer’s market tours, and general nutrition classes—at the Glenville Wellness Center.
Reimbursement for AND dues, state licensure fees and CDR renewal
Three weeks of vacation, eight holidays and three personal days paid each year
Reimbursement for continuing education events
Career advancement opportunities with Sodexo’s Clinical Career Ladder
What You'll Do
- Guide referred patients through weekly food selections and provide nutrition guidance
- Support Food for Life Market operations for patients with food insecurity
- Lead community programs like cooking demos and market tours
- Create and deliver new nutrition programs for the community
- Collaborate with team members across Food for Life Market sites
What We Offer
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring
- Registered Dietitian, or eligible
- Ability to deliver engaging nutrition education
- Strong communication skills with diverse patient groups
- Comfortable working in community‑based, non‑clinical settings
- Self‑starter able to design and lead programs
Who We Are
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement:
Master's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
For those eligible for the registration exam prior to 1/1/24:
Bachelor's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
Credentials Requirement:
Meets eligibility requirements for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and will become registered within 120 days of hire. In some states and/or facilities the RD/RDN credentials is required at the time of hire
Certification/licensure as required by state(s) of practice. In some states and/or facilities state certification/licensure is required at the time of hire