Performance Culinary RD @ Purdue University Training Table

Compass Group•West Lafayette, IN

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

Different perspectives make us better. We’re committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self. About LevyThe disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job SummaryLevy with Purdue Athletics is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as the Culinary RD. This position will serve as a critical link between sports performance nutrition and culinary operations, ensuring that all meals provided to student-athletes meet rigorous nutritional standards while delivering exceptional dining experiences. This hybrid role collaborates with Purdue Athletics and Levy Restaurants to design, implement, and monitor athlete-focused dining programs in the new athletic dining hall.

Requirements

Registered Dietitian (RD) credential required; CSSD (Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics) preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition/Dietetics; Master’s preferred
Minimum 2 years of experience in sports nutrition or performance dining settings
Strong culinary knowledge and ability to collaborate with chefs on menu execution
Familiarity with food safety standards and large-scale food service operations
Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

CSSD (Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics)
Master’s degree in Nutrition/Dietetics
Experience with menu management systems (e.g., Webtrition)
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with chefs to create performance-optimized menus tailored to sport-specific needs, dietary restrictions, and seasonal availability.
Ensure compliance with NCAA nutrition guidelines and Purdue Athletics standards.
Oversight of Teamworks Kitchen/Nutrition app - ensuring that menus are accurate and have standardized Menuworks recipe attached
Conduct nutrition education sessions for culinary in the athletic dining hall.
Provide individualized consultations as needed.
Work with Athletics dietitians to ensure special dietary needs are being met (e.g. Weight gain/loss, Low sodium or fiber for weight class student-athletes, mechanically altered diets, T1DM, GI needs, food allergies and cultural accommodations)
Work closely with Levy culinary leadership to align food preparation with nutrition goals
Ensure allergens are accurately monitored and depicted on menu boards, line tags, and Teamworks Nutrition
Support special events (e.g., pre-game meals, recovery fueling stations) and recruiting dinners
Other duties as assigned
Track feedback and adjust menus accordingly
Maintain accurate documentation for compliance and performance metrics