Nutritionist

Impact Food Group; Knaphill; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Staff discount scheme

Pension scheme

Monthly incentives

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Impact Food Group is recruiting a Nutritionist to join the Food Team and help promote high‑quality nutrition across the education sector. You will work with the Head of Nutrition and collaborate with operations, marketing and schools to implement nutrition education initiatives and ensure menus meet dietary guidelines.

You should be a registered nutritionist with AfN/RNutr or RD, have 3+ years post‑grad experience (ideally in school catering), and be passionate about research and active in

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Nutrition, Dietetics or related degree is required.
• Registered Associate (ANutr) / RNutr with AfN or Registered Dietitian (RD) is required.
• At least 3 years post-graduate experience, preferably with some school food/education contracting experience.
• Passionate about driving positive nutrition and staying up to date with current research.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills with stakeholders, including children.
• Experience with nutritional analysis systems.
• Full, clean driving licence and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Showcase IFG's nutrition expertise and role in the overall food offer.
• Be the nutrition expert and main contact for operations, marketing and sales as required.
• Develop nutrition education initiatives across the business, including guides and resources; run added‑value events.
• Lead on-site events such as workshops, assemblies and tasters.
• Ensure compliance with current Government guidelines; explore lead nutrition offers beyond minimum standards.
• Manage the nutritional analysis system and regularly assess menus/recipes for dietary compliance.
• Support management of allergies and dietary requirements across the business, including allergy menus/reports.
• Educate IFG staff on nutrition, allergens and menu development.
• Assist with gaining accreditations in nutrition (e.g., FFL).
• Develop, implement and update company nutrition policies.
• Manage the dedicated nutrition team inbox and respond to queries.

Skills

Nutrition expertise

Stakeholder communication

Presentation skills

Dietary guidelines knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

BSc (Hons) in Nutrition, Dietetics or related degree

Tools

Nutritional analysis software

Job description

Nutritionist

Impact Food Group

Surrey / M4 / M3

At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day.

We one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment.

Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector.

Guided by our values, integrity, bold, impactful, humble and community; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of.

The Role

Due to continued business growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for Nutritionist to join the brilliant Food Team with a focus on providing support to the wider business. You will join a growing Food team that is making a real impact on the success of Impact Food Group.

Working closely with the Head of Nutrition, and across both state and independent education sectors, you will help drive and promote nutrition within the business. You will be an expert in nutrition with an interest and passion for promoting good nutrition in the education sector.

What you ll be Doing

Role Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head of Nutrition and Food Team to showcase IFG s expertise in Nutrition and what a key part it plays in our overall food offer.
• Be an expert in nutrition and a knowledgeable point of contact for the business, supporting operations, marketing and sales as required.
• Play a key role in the development of nutrition education initiatives across the business, including, nutritional guides and resources and running added value events for all sectors of the business.
• Running and supporting with on-site events, such as workshops, assemblies, tasters, cooking sessions etc
• Ensure compliance with all current and future Government guidelines, standards and legislation, while looking at how IFG can go beyond these to provide a market leading food offer.
• Support management of nutritional analysis system and conduct regular nutritional analysis of menus & recipes to assess their compliance with dietary requirements, make recommendations and adjustments as needed.
• Supporting with the management of allergies & other dietary requirements within the business, including creation of allergy menus, allergy reports, carb counts & menus for pupils with SEN requirements
• Educate and support IFG staff in nutrition, allergens and menu development
• Support with gaining accreditations across the business in relation to food and nutrition, e.g FFL
• Support with the development, implementation and updating of company policies in relation to food and nutrition.
• Management of dedicated nutrition team inbox and supporting with queries from operations teams, parents, schools and clients.

What We Are Looking For

• BSc (Hons) in Nutrition, Dietetics or related degree
• Registered Associate (ANutr) / Registered Nutritionist (RNutr) with the AfN or Registered Dietician (RD)
• At least 3 years, post graduate experience, preferably with some experience of school food or education contract catering
• Passionate about driving positive and keeping up to date with current nutrition research
• Excellent presentation and communication skills and experience of delivery to a range of stakeholders, including children
• Experience with nutritional analysis systems
• Full, clean driving licence & ability to travel

What s in It for You?

• The opportunity to build a career you can be proud of in a growing business.
• Access to a wide range of free training, qualifications, and development opportunities
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers
• Pension scheme and other great company benefits
• Monthly incentives and recognition for top performers

Our Team

If you re looking for your next step and want to be part of an organisation that genuinely makes a difference, we d love to hear from you.

IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for.

We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.