Nutrition Manager

Cobb County Government; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County Government is seeking a Nutrition Manager to oversee nutrition programs for three senior centers and the Meals on Wheels program, ensuring state guidelines and safety standards are met.

The role involves training staff on food safety, collaborating with the Wellness Center café and MOW vendors, and using Registered Dietitian Nutritionist expertise to create education materials and menus. Licensure from the GA Board is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or related field; 1–2 years of program/facilities/personnel management in social services with older adults.
• Must obtain ServSafe Certification within one year of employment.
• Licensure/licensure registration from GA Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitian required; provisional license possible with supervisor on staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nutrition programs to meet state guidelines for senior centers and Meals on Wheels.
• Train staff on food safety, sanitation, portion sizes, and temperature control.
• Coordinate with Wellness Center café and MOW vendors for clear communication and issue resolution.
• Develop nutrition education materials, menus, and nutrition analyses for various diets.
• Conduct nutrition assessments and counseling for high-risk clients; provide diet prescriptions per orders.

Skills

Nutrition education

Staff training

Menu planning

Nutrition analysis

Counseling

Food safety

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition

Experience in management

ServSafe Certification

Driver's license

Licensed Dietitian (GA)

Job description

The Nutrition Manager oversees the department’s nutrition programs to make sure state guidelines are met for three senior centers and the Meals on Wheels (MOW) program, while keeping up with health inspections and food safety standards. This role trains staff on food safety, sanitation, portion sizes, and temperature control, and works closely with the Wellness Center café and MOW food vendors to keep communication clear and address any issues quickly.

The position also uses Registered Dietitian Nutritionist expertise to create nutrition education materials, help with menu planning and analysis, and partner with vendor dietitians. Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, providing counseling for high-risk clients, and making sure therapeutic diets are provided as needed based on doctor’s orders or professional judgment.

This position will require a valid registration and license issued by Georgia board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitian. A Provisional license may be considered if another RDN on staff to supervise.

Manages the nutritional operations of the department to ensure state nutrition guidelines are met for three senior centers where congregate meals are served and Meals on Wheels Program (MOW). Ensures health inspection requirements are maintained.

Provides in-service trainings for staff regarding food safety, portion control, temperature control, sanitation etc.

Serves as a liaison with the Wellness Center café vendor and Meals on Wheels (MOW) food vendor to ensure timely communication and resolution of any issues.

Utilizes Registered Dietitian Nutritionist knowledge to create lesson plans and nutrition education handouts for group nutrition classes at Senior Centers and handouts for MOW clients.

Collaborates with food vendor dietitian to create menus and nutrition analysis for various diets. Conducts nutrition assessments, nutrition diagnosis and intervention, nutrition counseling for clients who are in high-risk nutrition status.

Oversees distribution of therapeutic diets such as mechanical soft, renal diet, supplements etc. for clients who have a prescription from a doctor or assesses clients who do not have PCP to provide adequate diet.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Tasks require the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that generally involves lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Food Service or related field; supplemented by one to two years of program, facilities, and personnel management experience in social services with a focus on older adults; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation, service, nutrition, and menu planning and analysis.
• Knowledge of the aging industry and prior experience working with the senior population.
• Must obtain ServSafe Certification within one year of employment.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• Must hold a valid registration and license issued by Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitian. Provisional license may be considered if another RDN on staff to supervise.

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.