School Dietitian

Sodexo Careers•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

Sodexo Schools K‑12 has an exciting full‑time opportunity for a Registered Dietitian to support a school district within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. This Registered Dietitian serves as the district’s nutrition expert, providing menu accommodations for student allergies and special diets, and partnering with school teams to ensure safe, compliant, and inclusive meal service. 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. 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 .

Requirements

Registered Dietitian credentials and TX state licensure
Experience with child nutrition and menu planning for special diets
Strong work ethic and team player
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels
Ability to manage competing priorities with the ability to adapt the changing needs of the role
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 - 2 years work experience in health care including hospitals, nursing homes, assisted or independent living facilities, long-term care, retirement homes, or clinics + registered dietitian

Responsibilities

Manage the district’s nutrition database, PrimeroEdge, including menu planning and nutrition analysis
Address nutrition needs related to allergies, weight management, disordered eating, and other medical conditions
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal child nutrition regulations
Serve as the district’s subject matter expert in student wellness, leading nutrition campaigns and educational sessions
Train food service staff and managers on nutrition services systems and processes
Partner with the food service management team and school nurses to ensure all student dietary needs are met