Registered Dietitian - South Loop Chicago

Aramark; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off (32 days)

Maternity and parental leave

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aramark SeniorLIFE+ seeks a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to provide nutrition care for residents at Warren Barr South Loop in Chicago, IL, collaborating with the care team.

You will assess needs, educate residents and families, and maintain compliant documentation; offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

This full-time role emphasizes person-centered nutrition and ongoing professional growth within Aramark's SeniorLIFE+ program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in nutrition and dietetics or a related field.
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential.
• Clinical nutrition experience in skilled nursing or senior living preferred.
• Licensed Dietitian status where applicable.
• Ability to maintain credentials and licensure.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents' nutritional needs and develop individualized nutrition plans based on medical history and health status.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to residents and families to support health and quality of life.
• Collaborate with nursing, dining services, and interdisciplinary care teams to deliver coordinated, person-centered care.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and support regulatory compliance.
• Conduct sanitation audits and dining observations while meeting productivity and documentation standards.
• Stay current with the latest clinical research and best practices to support evidence-based resident care.

Skills

Clinical nutrition

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Nutrition education

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in nutrition and dietetics

Job description

Job Description

As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with Aramark SeniorLIFE+, you'll make a meaningful difference in residents' health and quality of life through personalized nutrition care, clinical expertise, and the relationships you build along the way. You'll get to know residents and their families, understand what matters to them, and see firsthand the impact of your work.

This role supports Warren Barr South Loop, a 210-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Chicago, Illinois. As the community's RDN, you'll serve as the clinical nutrition expert, working alongside the interdisciplinary care team and reporting to the Regional Clinical Nutrition Manager.

Why Dietitians Choose Aramark SeniorLIFE+?

At Aramark SeniorLIFE+, we invest in our dietitian's professional development, well-being, and long-term success, so you can have a career that makes a difference and a life outside of work. We offer the following benefits to our fulltime dietitians:

Professional Development:

• Annual reimbursement of RDN professional memberships and fees
• Tuition assistance to support continuing education and career growth
• 50+ Free CEU webinars to help maintain your credentials and expand your knowledge
• Connect with fellow dietitians through Nourish, our RDN Employee Resource Group, for learning, networking, and professional connections
• Opportunities to advance through our clinical career ladder or explore new career paths across Aramark
• Structured onboarding plan and clinical competencies to prepare you for success

Real Work-Life Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Company-paid life insurance, with additional voluntary coverage options available
• 32 paid days off annually, including 3 weeks of vacation, 8 PTO days, and 9 company-paid holidays
• 6 weeks of paid maternity leave + 2 weeks of paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% company match
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, critical illness coverage, family and caregiving support, plus awesome employee discounts

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $70,000.00 to $74,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

• Assess resident's nutritional needs and develop individualized nutrition plans based on their medical history, health status, and specific needs.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to residents and families to support their health, well-being, and quality of life.
• Collaborate with nursing, dining services, and other interdisciplinary care teams to deliver coordinated, person-centered care and a positive dining experience.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and support regulatory compliance, survey readiness, and continuous quality improvement.
• Conduct required sanitation audits and dining observations while meeting clinical productivity and documentation standards.
• Stay Current with the latest clinical research and best practices to support evidence-based resident care.

At Aramark, developing new skills and going the extra mile make a positive impact on our employees, residents, and clients. To meet our commitments, job duties may change or new responsibilities may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in nutrition and dietetics or a related field.
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential.
• At least one year of clinical nutrition experience in skilled nursing, long term care, senior living, rehabilitation, or another healthcare setting preferred.
• Licensed Dietitian status in state of practice, as applicable.
• Ability to maintain required professional credentials, state licensure, and continuing education requirements.
• Strong interpersonal, communication skills and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary care teams.
• Passion for working with older adults and delivering person-centered nutrition care.

This role involves working throughout a senior living community, including resident rooms, clinical care areas, dining rooms, and kitchen or food service areas.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.