Per Diem - Culinary Dietitian

PP One; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

License reimbursement

Paid time off

Transit/parking discounts

Job summary

PP One in Needham, MA, seeks a skilled nutrition professional to lead evidence-based culinary medicine and medical nutrition therapy programs. The role also involves supervising kitchen operations, teaching, mentoring dietetic interns, and coordinating patient care in a busy clinical setting.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Nutrition & Dietetics (Master’s preferred), RD licensure in MA, and at least one year of experience in culinary nutrition or clinical dietetics.

Qualifications

• One year of progressive experience in culinary nutrition and/or clinical dietetics.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or closely related field.
• Master’s degree preferred; RD licensure required/licensed in MA.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage culinary medicine and medical nutrition therapy programs.
• Teach, mentor dietetic interns/students, and provide education to staff and community.
• Manage teaching kitchen operations, supervise staff, and coordinate patient care.
• Monitor program quality and ensure accreditation, regulatory, and credentialing standards.
• Apply current nutrition research and participate in professional development.

Skills

Teaching experience

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Registered Dietitian (RD) licensure

Massachusetts licensure as a dietitian

Job description

Position Summary

This job involves developing and managing evidence-based culinary medicine and medical nutrition therapy programs, as well as supervising kitchen operations and staff, ensuring smooth delivery and high-quality care. It includes teaching, mentoring, program evaluation, compliance monitoring, and participation in professional development to improve and adapt practices based on current research and trends.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Medicine and Nutrition Therapy Management: Develop, implement, and manage age and culturally appropriate culinary medicine and medical nutrition therapy using evidence-based practice guidelines.

Teaching and Mentoring: Exhibit effective teaching skills within and outside the Teaching Kitchen, mentor and evaluate dietetic interns/students, and provide consultation and education to clinical staff and the community.

Program and System Management: Demonstrate organizational skills to ensure smooth and efficient operations, including supervision of the teaching kitchen, staff training, and coordination of patient/client care.

Quality and Compliance Monitoring: Establish and maintain systems for monitoring program quality and compliance with accreditation, regulatory, and credentialing standards. Develop compliance strategies and support implementation.

Professional Development and Knowledge Application: Maintain and contribute knowledge of current trends in food and culinary nutrition, apply nutrition research to practice, and participate in professional development and educational forums.

Minimum Requirements

Experience

One year of progressive experience in culinary nutrition and/or clinical dietetics. Teaching experience, a plus.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or closely related field required; Master’s degree preferred

License Certification

Registration by Commission on Dietetic Registration, the Credentialing agency of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, as a Registered Dietitian. Licensure by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a licensed Dietitian.

The posted pay range is Boston Children’s reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T‑passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.