Nutrition Data Analyst – Campus Dining

Kent State University; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent State University is seeking a Nutrition Analyst to manage the food service nutrition systems database and analyze recipes for nutritional compliance across Kent campuses in Ohio.

The role collaborates with the culinary team to meet dietary needs, provide nutrition data and counseling, and ensure USDA guidelines are followed across operations. Will be required to maintain HIPAA/FERPA knowledge and pass security checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food science, culinary arts, clinical nutrition, food and nutrition, or related program with 2 years of related experience.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with licensure in Ohio.
• Knowledge of nutrition assessment and safety practices in food service.

Responsibilities

• Analyze recipes for nutrition guidelines and test measurements, ingredients, nutrition data and instructions.
• Collect and annotate ingredient databases for dietary needs in different food categories.
• Review and validate current nutrition data using credible sources; deliver nutrition and ingredient analysis for new recipes.
• Provide content editing of recipes, head notes, nutrient analysis, and accompanying materials.
• Offer nutrition information with a health focus to students and consumers.
• Conduct one-on-one nutrition counseling for individuals with special dietary needs.
• Coordinate with culinary team to accommodate dietary needs and arrange sourcing for special requests.
• Work with accessibility services and campus health services for proper registrations and accommodations.
• Maintain HIPAA and FERPA knowledge; conduct food and allergy safety training.
• Plan, develop, and implement nutrition programming and events in collaboration with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Nutrition education

Multicultural competence

Data collection

Reading comprehension

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Kent State University is seeking a Nutrition Analyst to manage the food service nutrition systems database and analyze recipes for nutritional compliance across Kent campuses in Ohio.

The role collaborates with the culinary team to meet dietary needs, provide nutrition data and counseling, and ensure USDA guidelines are followed across operations. Will be required to maintain HIPAA/FERPA knowledge and pass security checks.