District Dietitian
Job Description
Role Overview
Join a collaborative, inclusive team that values professional development and long‑term career growth!
Sodexo Universities Segment is seeking a dynamic District Registered Dietitian to provide nutrition and wellness support across university accounts in the Pennsylvania/Maryland region.
The District Registered Dietitian will support 10 university accounts within the district and may provide temporary support to other regions as business needs arise. The home account for this role is Franklin & Marshall College, in Lancaster PA with a requirement to be on campus one day per week at F&M.
This is a remote (some virtual work) position with regular travel required between district accounts and includes a mix of on‑campus and remote services or one required on‑site day per week at a designated campus. Candidates may reside anywhere within Pennsylvania or Maryland and should expect 60–75% travel annually must live within a reasonable driving distance to support accounts across Northeast Maryland and Southeast Pennsylvania.
Health benefits and Paid Time Off Available!
Flexible Work Schedule Available! Potential for Some Remote Work!
Reimbursement for Academy dues, state licensure fees and CDR renewal
Money toward continuing education events
Up to $5000 tuition reimbursement annually
What You'll Do
- Provide nutrition support for approximately 10 universities through collaborations with our executive team, operations, marketing, and university health centers
- Provide oversight of our special dining programs including My Zone, Simple Servings, Simply3, Mindful, and Vegan offerings by conducting regular dining services audits and by training managers and members of the culinary team
- Serve as a campus liaison between students and dining services to accommodate to students’ dietary needs and adapt offerings to reflect emerging trends in nutrition
- Responsible for menu development and implementation in resident dining services in partnership with regional culinary division
- Establish and/or implement standards for client satisfaction, and monitor performance against those standards
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
- A Registered Dietitian credentialed with CDR and licensed in state (where applicable PA and MD preferred)
- At least two years of experience working as a dietitian
- Previous experience working in a higher education/University Campus account, corporate setting, or K-12/school environment
- District or national management experience, preferred
- Experience working in food service operations in a managerial capacity, preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels
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
Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in health care including hospitals, nursing homes, assisted or independent living facilities, long-term care, retirement homes, or clinics + registered dietitian