Lead Dietitian, Food Operations

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Bonham (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Texas seeks a Supervisory Dietitian (Food Operations) to oversee a food service and production operation, providing administrative and technical supervision over staff.

The role ensures Veteran-centric “Food Forward” menus with conventional and advanced cooking, delivery, and room service. The position emphasizes planning, coordinating with clinical nutrition, HACCP compliance, and performance improvement to meet nutrition standards and budget targets.

Qualifications

• RDN/RD credential required per CDR
• KSAs include applying nutrition standards and performance improvement
• Experience supervising staff in food service operations
• Ability to assess data to allocate resources
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety practices

Responsibilities

• Serve as professional and technical advisor to staff and health care professionals
• Lead and supervise food operations staff and projects
• Develop procedures for food operations and coordinate with clinical nutrition management
• Monitor regulatory compliance and participate in performance improvement
• Oversee audits, inspections, and training programs in food service

Skills

RDN or RD credential

KSAs: staff supervision

Nutrition knowledge application

Performance improvement

Resource allocation data analysis

Food operations expertise

Education

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist or Registered Dietitian

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Texas seeks a Supervisory Dietitian (Food Operations) to oversee a food service and production operation, providing administrative and technical supervision over staff.

The role ensures Veteran-centric “Food Forward” menus with conventional and advanced cooking, delivery, and room service. The position emphasizes planning, coordinating with clinical nutrition, HACCP compliance, and performance improvement to meet nutrition standards and budget targets.