Nutrition Manager Jobs

A Nutrition Manager in the nutrition industry oversees the planning and implementation of nutritional programs and dietary services offered by an organization. They are responsible for ensuring that all food service operations comply with industry standards and regulations. Key tasks include creating and maintaining dietary menus, managing budgets, procuring food and supplies, supervising staff, providing nutrition education, and ensuring patient or customer satisfaction. They strive to improve the nutritional health of clients and work closely with dietitians and other healthcare professionals to achieve this goal.

Essential skills for a Nutrition Manager include strong leadership, excellent communication, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of nutritional science and dietary needs. They should also have a good grasp of food service management systems, budgeting, and procurement processes. Key qualifications typically include a bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field, and certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS). Some nutrition managers may also hold a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential. Prior roles that can lead to becoming a Nutrition Manager include Nutrition Assistant, Clinical Dietitian, or Food Service Supervisor.

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Food and Nutrition Services Supervisor

  • Ventura, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Ventura, CA
  • 15 days ago

personnel as needed; Provides competency testing of employees at Ventura County Medical Center Food & Nutrition Services and clinics as required by Federal and State laws; Assists Registered Dietitians...

Supervisor, Nutrition and Food Services - FT Days

  • De Smet, SD
  • 22 days ago
  • De Smet, SD
  • 22 days ago

CDM (Certified Dietary Manager) certification, certified through the Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals or a registered dietitian preferred....

Clinical Nutrition Supervisor Dietitian

  • Orlando, FL
  • 23 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 23 days ago

Responsible for ensuring the Registered Dietitians are providing safe, effective, and evidence based medical nutrition therapy including nutrition education, nutrition counseling, enteral/parenteral...

Clinical Nutrition Manager

  • Wichita, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 60+ days ago

experience, required Minimum of five years of hospital clinical nutrition experience, required Registered Dietitian with Commission on Dietetic Registration, required HealthTrust Supply Chain is a...

Director of Nutrition Services

  • Orono, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Orono, ME
  • 1 day ago

Role: Food Service Director / Dining Services Director / Dining Services Manager / Dining Account Manager / Dining Services Department Manager Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a...

Nutrition Services Manager

  • South Sioux City, NE
  • 16 hours ago
  • South Sioux City, NE
  • 16 hours ago

Role: Certified Dietary Manager Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Certified Dietary Manager, leading the dining department at a long-term care facility. At HCSG, we are passionate about...

Clinical Nutrition Manager

  • Margate, FL
  • 17 days ago
  • Margate, FL
  • 17 days ago

healthcare team to provide patients of all age groups and acuity levels with high-quality Medical Nutrition Therapy following the Nutrition Care Process....

Hospital Supervisor of Nutrition Services

  • Lone Pine, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Lone Pine, CA
  • 21 days ago

The Hospital Supervisor of Nutrition Services collaborates closely with a diverse range of departments to ensure that patient nutrition aligns with both medical needs and operational goals....

School Nutrition Manager for the 2025-2026 School Year

  • Swansboro, NC
  • moments ago
  • Swansboro, NC
  • moments ago

School Nutrition Manager REPORTS TO: School Nutrition Director BEGINNING DATE: Open Until Filled NATURE OF WORK: An employee in this class provides a variety of duties in the direct supervision of the...

Dietary Manager

  • Orono, ME
  • 6 hours ago
  • Orono, ME
  • 6 hours ago

Role: Food Service Director/Dining Services Director/Dining Services Manager/Dining Account Manager/Dining Services Department Manager Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food...

Clinical Nutrition Manager

  • Topeka, KS
  • 12 hours ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 12 hours ago

Job Description Returning UsersLog Back In Role Overview Sodexo is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a Hybrid Clinical Nutrition Manager position at Stormont Vail Hospital, a 586-bed acute care hospital...

Child Nutrition Manager (WWES)

  • West Jefferson, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • West Jefferson, NC
  • 23 hours ago

Ashe County Schools is seeking to hire a full-time Child Nutrition Manager for Westwood Elementary School. This position will be available to start on May 6, 2025....

Assistant Nutrition Manager - High School

  • Stafford, VA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Stafford, VA
  • 23 hours ago

Job Title: Assistant Nutrition Manager-High School Department: School Nutrition Services Pay Grade: U090 Work Calendar: Nutrition Service 183 days FLSA Status: Non-Exempt GENERAL PURPOSE This position...

School Nutrition Manager

  • New Bern, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • New Bern, NC
  • 23 hours ago

Craven County Schools School Nutrition Manager Position Description Position: School Nutrition Manager Reports to: Director of School Nutrition, School Nutrition Supervisor, Principal Terms of Employment...

NUTRITION MANAGER - Hidden Valley High School

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 1 day ago

Position Description/Job Summary: The School Nutrition Manager will oversee many aspects of the site Child Nutrition Program (CNP) operation....

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Salary for Nutrition Manager Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNutrition research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Nutrition Managers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.8%
Master's Degree
35.4%
Associate's Degree
6.4%
High School or GED
5.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nutrition Managers
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%



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