Registered Dietitian

Aramark; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Student Nutrition in the United States seeks a Registered Dietitian to design nutritious, cost-efficient school meal programs aligned with USDA guidelines and client requirements. Working with OpX, culinary, and management teams, you will ensure compliant menu planning, documentation, vendor coordination, and staff training to deliver healthy dining experiences for students.

Candidates must be RD or eligible; ACEND accreditation, CDR certification, and ongoing education are required,

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) or eligible within 6 months of hire.
• Bachelor’s degree with ACEND accreditation.
• Registered Dietitian with CDR: internship, exam, and continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Plan Child Nutrition menus using approved software per USDA guidelines.
• Maintain documentation for USDA/state requirements (CN/PFS, labels, workbooks).
• Coordinate USDA Foods/commodities within menus and annual orders.
• Oversee purchasing compliance and vendor relationships; review food orders.
• Assist with staff training on food safety, recipes, and portions.
• Support dietary accommodations for students with allergies or special needs.
• Ensure adherence to client nutrition policies and contract requirements.
• Educate clients and communities about healthy food choices.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition/Dietetics

ACEND-accredited program

CDR-registered or eligible

Tools

Menu planning software

Job description

Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S. It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations. We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success. Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities. For more information on Aramark's Student Nutrition food service programs, please visit - Link here Aramark Student Nutrition - Aramark

The Registered Dietitian helps to provide a nutritionally sound and cost-efficient food services program that will meet the needs of students while maintaining compliance with all local guidelines as they relate to nutrition regulations. Utilizes technical training and government-mandated nutritional standards on food health to develop healthy menu implementation plans. Will work closely with OpX, culinary, and management teams.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan all Child Nutrition menus utilizing a menu planning software in accordance with USDA guidelines and Aramark menu strategy.
  • Maintains required documentation for USDA, state, local, client guidelines related to meal services (i.e. Nutrient Analysis of menu, CN/PFS labels, USDA Workbooks, etc.)
  • Coordinating use of USDA Foods/Commodities within menus. Supporting with annual USDA Foods orders.
• Supports Food Management Process, oversees purchasing compliance & accuracy to menu, as needed supporting reviewing food orders.
  • Manages vendor/supplier relationships to ensure accurate stocking, availability, and delivery of food items.
  • Visits school cafes on a regular basis to assess operations utilizing audit tools (Controlling Food Cost, School Allergen Readiness Plan, Administrative Review Preparedness).
• Assists with new employee training in areas such as adhering to food safety standards, menu & recipe compliance, and portioning.
• Provide support and assistance to students who require accommodation for dietary needs or food allergies, may include menu development and training of front-line associates.
• Support adherence to all client nutrition & wellness policies and contract requirements
• Educates clients and consumers, regarding healthy food choices through school training and community outreach.
• At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, or RDN Eligible within 6 months of hire.
• Completed a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and course work accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Registered Dietitian with Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR): Successful completion of internship program (ACEND), satisfactory score on an exam, plus fulfillment of continuing education requirements).
• Maintain applicable additional certifications, registrations, licenses, or credentials
• Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and problem solve with little oversight or direction
• Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
• Knowledge of PC applications required and previous experience with food production systems preferred

Education

About Aramark

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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 .