Child Nutrition Consultant

Sodexo•Mission Viejo, CA

1d•$139,145 - $180,070•Onsite

About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a Child Nutrition Consultant for San Jose Unified School District located in San Jose, CA. Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credentials are preferred for this role, though candidates with relevant nutrition services expertise will also be considered. Candidates will provide expert leadership and support for nutrition services operations. The role is responsible for developing and analyzing recipes and menus, creating special diets, and ensuring full compliance with USDA regulations. The individual serves as a consultant to senior leadership, delivers data-driven insights, and collaborates with frontline staff and administration to improve program effectiveness. Strong financial, analytical, research, and project management skills are essential, along with the ability to communicate clearly and drive results using tools such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. At Sodexo, we deliver food, nutrition, environmental and facilities management solutions to partnered K-12 schools. Joining us at one of our school sites means fostering healthy learning environments and positively influencing the students’ well-being and performance.

Requirements

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential preferred, or must have a bachelor’s degree with an academic major or concentration in food and nutrition, clinical nutrition, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, or nutrition education.
Master’s degree in the same fields of study is preferred.
Strong knowledge of menu planning, recipe analysis, special diets, and regulatory compliance within nutrition programs.
Excellent analytical, financial, research, and project management skills with the ability to translate data into actionable solutions.
Effective communication and relationship-building skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s degree
Minimum Management Experience - 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 4 years’ experience in management of school nutrition programs

Nice To Haves

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credentials are preferred

Responsibilities

Develop, analyze, and optimize menus, recipes, and special diets to meet student nutritional needs and support program goals.
Ensure compliance with USDA regulations and district nutrition standards across all food service operations.
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership by providing data-driven recommendations and operational insights.
Partner with frontline teams and district administrators to enhance program performance, efficiency, and student outcomes.