Performance Nutrition Associate

KC Current; Riverside (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KC Current seeks a highly motivated Registered Dietitian to join as a full-time Performance Nutrition Associate for the 2027 season. This immersive fellowship develops clinical and applied sports nutrition skills within a professional women’s soccer environment.

The role supports elite athletes under the Director of Nutrition, gaining experience in performance nutrition, hydration strategies, travel logistics, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian credential required and Missouri licensure eligibility.
• Experience providing nutrition counseling to athletes is preferred.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based sports nutrition principles.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one nutrition counseling sessions under supervision of the Director of Nutrition.
• Develop individualized nutrition plans to support performance and recovery.
• Monitor athlete progress and document interventions.
• Oversee daily fueling stations and post-training recovery nutrition.
• Coordinate team meals, travel nutrition products, and food service logistics.
• Manage inventory and ordering of nutrition products and supplies.
• Collaborate with sports medicine, strength & conditioning, and culinary partners.

Skills

Athlete counseling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Hydration assessment

Nutrition education

Food service coordination

Data collection & reporting

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential

Missouri licensure eligibility

Job description

Join the Team.

At KC Current, everything we do is in service of our fans, partners, community, and players. Our employees are stewards of that responsibility, working together to elevate the game and deepen our connection to Kansas City and beyond. With a best-in-class training facility and one of the first stadiums built specifically for a women’s sports team, KC Current is writing the next chapter with world-class talent and ambition.

Our employees are a team of competitive, passionate, and driven people who are dedicated to this sport, this team, and this community. We aim high, embrace challenges, and take action to get it done. We believe great things happen when we are united. We are seeking individuals who want to march on this mission with us as the world’s eyes are watching. We are making history in Kansas City and desire like-minded, high energy, driven individuals to join us on our journey.

Who Are We Hiring?

The Performance Department is seeking a highly motivated Registered Dietitian to join our team as a full-time Performance Nutrition Associate for the 2027 season. This immersive fellowship is designed for an early-career sports dietitian looking to further develop their clinical and applied sports nutrition skills within a professional women's soccer environment.

Working under the supervision the Director of Nutrition, the associate will play an integral role in supporting the nutrition needs of elite athletes while gaining advanced experience in performance nutrition, recovery strategies, hydration monitoring, food service operations, travel logistics, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

This position is ideal for a Registered Dietitian seeking early career experience who is passionate about athlete-centered care and eager to continue developing as a sports dietitian while learning the environment of professional soccer.

Throughout The Fellowship, The Associate Will Gain Experience In

• Applied sports nutrition for professional female athletes.
• Individualized nutrition counseling and behavior change strategies.
• Performance nutrition periodization throughout a competitive season.
• Hydration assessment, sweat testing, and individualized hydration planning.
• Team travel nutrition and competition support.
• Nutrition operations, inventory management, and food service coordination.
• Collaboration within an interdisciplinary high-performance team, including sports medicine, strength & conditioning, sports science, culinary partners, and coaching staff.

What Will You Do?

As the Performance Nutrition Associate, you will support both the daily nutrition operations and athlete care within the Performance Nutrition Department.

Responsibilities Include

• Individual Athlete Support
  • Conduct one-on-one nutrition counseling sessions under the guidance of the Director of Nutrition.
  • Assist in developing individualized nutrition plans to support performance, recovery, body composition, injury rehabilitation, and overall health.
  • Monitor athlete progress and document nutrition interventions appropriately.
  • Assist with nutrition education initiatives for athletes and staff.
• Athlete Fueling & Recovery
  • Oversee daily fueling stations and post-training recovery nutrition.
  • Prepare individualized recovery products, smoothies, and nutrition packs.
  • Develop and implement fueling strategies for training and competition.
  • Support match-day nutrition operations and recovery protocols.
• Hydration & Performance Testing
  • Conduct hydration assessments and assist with sweat testing.
  • Develop individualized hydration recommendations using sweat rate and sweat composition data.
  • Monitor hydration trends and assist with athlete education.
  • Prepare individualized electrolyte products and hydration plans.
• Food Service & Team Operations
  • Coordinate team meal orders and food service logistics.
  • Assist with menu planning and communication with catering and hotel partners.
  • Support team travel by coordinating nutrition products, recovery supplies, and fueling logistics.
  • Assist with buffet setup, food labeling, and athlete meal service.
• Inventory & Administrative Responsibilities
  • Manage inventory of nutrition products, supplements, hydration supplies, and food service items.
  • Assist with ordering, receiving, stocking, and quality control of nutrition products.
  • Maintain organization and cleanliness of nutrition spaces.
  • Assist with data collection, documentation, reporting, and special projects.

What Do You Need To Succeed

• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required.
• Licensed in Missouri or eligible and willing to obtain Missouri licensure prior to employment.
• Preferred 1-3 years of experience in collegiate, professional, tactical, or other high-performance sports settings.
• Experience providing individualized nutrition counseling to athletes.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based sports nutrition principles.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport with athletes and staff.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative performance team.
• Experience with hydration assessment, body composition testing, supplement management, and food service operations is preferred

Special Requirements Of The Job

• Full-time fellowship position for the duration of the 2027 NWSL season.
• Compensation provided through a seasonal stipend.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on the team schedule.
• Ability to travel with the team for select away matches, preseason activities, and other team-related events.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and transport nutrition products and equipment throughout the training facility.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during training sessions, meal service, and match-day operations.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative, high-performance environment.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to work directly with elite professional athletes while receiving mentorship from the Director of Nutrition. The Fellow will graduate from the program with advanced experience in applied sports nutrition, athlete counseling, team operations, and interdisciplinary collaboration, preparing them for future leadership roles in collegiate or professional sports.

We value diversity and seek world-class employees of all backgrounds. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law mandates, we comply with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations and will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required.