Clinical Dietitian & Nutrition Manager

Aramark Canada; Labrador City; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service management company is seeking a Clinical Dietitian and Nutrition Manager in Labrador City. This role involves managing clinical nutrition services and overseeing meal service for patients. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, and be an active member of the relevant Dietitian College. This full-time position is vital for maintaining high-quality patient care in acute and long-term settings. Applicants should be prepared for a dynamic working environment and a focus on nutrition program management.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in clinical dietetics, preferably in healthcare.
• 2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Active member of the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Dietitians.
• 2+ years supervisory experience preferred.
• Current certifications, registrations, and continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage clinical nutrition services ensuring compliance with standards.
• Develop and implement nutrition programs for patients.
• Oversee food services for patients and residents.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement nutrition care plans.
• Establish and maintain policies and training for safe nutrition services.

Skills

Clinical Dietitian experience

Supervisory skills

Nutrition knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or Dietetics

NL College of Dietitians membership

Job description

Clinical Dietitian and Nutrition Manager – Labrador City

Aramark is currently recruiting a Clinical Dietitian to manage clinical nutrition services for acute care, long‑term care, and outpatient services at Labrador West Healthcare located in Labrador City, Newfoundland and Labrador. This is a dual role that also includes the position of Nutrition Manager to manage and oversee meal service for 28 patients.

In this role, the Clinical Dietitian and Nutrition Manager plans, coordinates, and manages all patient and resident nutrition care activities while complying with the standards established by Aramark, regulatory agencies, and clients. The position develops and implements cost‑effective, profit‑generating nutrition programs, functions as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team to implement nutrition care plans, and establishes and maintains policies, standards, and programs for the provision of optimal, cost‑effective nutrition care to patients/residents.

Note that this position is eligible for Newfoundland and Labrador benefits allowance.

Job Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain policies, standards, and programs for the provision of optimal, cost-effective nutrition care to patients/residents, including coordinating and directing all clinical activities and determining and implementing appropriate staffing levels for food services.
• Develop goals and objectives for clinical nutrition and food services to maintain high quality care.
• Utilize equipment, resources, and programs to provide efficient and high‑quality care.
• Assist in the performance planning process for dietitians and dietetic interns; interview, select, and train employees within Food and Nutrition Services.
• Participate in the budget process.
• Recognize and adopt activities appropriate to the specific needs of the patient/resident population and demonstrate knowledge of specific issues directly related to the age of the patient/resident population.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other facility departments to provide a unified approach to patient/resident care.
• Establish and integrate department goals with client annual goals and visions to provide optimal nutrition care.
• Develop, implement, and document in‑service education programs for registered dietitians, dietetic interns and other nutrition personnel, including hourly dietary staff, to provide continuing education and training.
• Engage in and encourage staff to participate in research, submit to professional publications and to give professional and community lectures.
• Establish and maintain systems and training programs to provide a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a Clinical Dietitian, preferable in a hospital or long‑term care setting.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with coursework accredited or approved by the appropriate nutrition and dietetics agencies.
• Earn and maintain applicable certifications, registrations, licenses, credentials, and continuing education requirements by the appropriate accredited local agencies.
• Must be an active member of the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Dietitians or transfer a current membership to the province.
• Conditions of employment may or may not include busy hospital and outpatient settings, from patient rooms/floors to kitchen/serving areas.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change, or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

You’ll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our planet, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you’ll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you’re pursuing – a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work – our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Consulting and Management, Food & Beverage Services, Environmental Services

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