Assistant Director of Nutrition

Miami Marlins and loanDepot park; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Miami Marlins, based in Florida, seek an Assistant Director of Nutrition to coordinate day-to-day minor league nutrition operations and assist with MLB road coverage. The role supports the Director of Nutrition in implementing priorities, maintaining standards, and guiding dietitians across affiliates.

Based in Jupiter, FL, travel to minor league affiliates and MLB road trips is required. The candidate will lead projects, coordinate menus and food service, and mentor staff while

Qualifications

• Must hold RD licensure and be eligible for licensure in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nutrition care for assigned players and assist with coverage across affiliates.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD)

Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Canva

PowerPoint

AI platforms

Job description

At the Miami Marlins, we make waves — on and off the field.

We’re built for sustainable success thanks to our commitment to be great teammates, bold innovators, and long-term thinkers. These three pillars guide us in championing a winning culture across the organization. The work we do doesn’t just impact our team — it reaches fans and communities across South Florida.

The Assistant Director of Nutrition coordinates day-to-day minor league nutrition operations and assists with MLB road coverage. This role supports the Director of Nutrition in implementing department priorities, maintaining consistent standards, and guiding minor league dietitians.

Key Responsibilities

• Individualized Player Care: Provide direct nutrition care for assigned players and assist with coverage needs across affiliates.
• Staff Support and Collaboration: Support minor league dietitians with player care planning, operational challenges, and implementation of department standards. Collaborate with medical and performance staff to support player development, recovery, and transitions between affiliates.
• Department Leadership and Operations: Assist the Director of Nutrition in developing and implementing department procedures, education, and player care initiatives. Lead assigned projects and coordinate completion of tasks across minor league staff.
• Minor League Food Service: Coordinate minor league food service planning, including menus, meal timing, snacks, beverages, and vendor communication. Monitor food quality, service consistency, and adherence to organizational nutrition standards.
• Budget Management: Track assigned spending and assist with budget planning and expense review.
• Staff Development: Help onboard and mentor dietitians and reinforce expectations through regular feedback.
• Standards and Communication: Identify gaps in coverage, service, or adherence to standards and recommend solutions. Communicate staff performance concerns and resource needs to the Director of Nutrition.

Travel Requirements

• Travel and Coverage: Required travel to minor league affiliates and assigned MLB road trips. The annual travel schedule and coverage responsibilities will be established with the Director of Nutrition.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD) Required
• Experience: Minimum of three years within a professional, private, or collegiate sports nutrition program.
• Specialized Certification: Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) preferred.
• Language Skills: Spanish-speaking preferred.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Canva, PowerPoint, and AI platforms.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent time management, record-keeping, and organizational abilities.
• Location/Travel: This position is based in Jupiter, FL. Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally.
• Flexibility: Ability to work long, non-traditional hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital, or veteran status, or any other protected status.