What are the responsibilities and job description for the DIETITIAN CONSULTANT position at MEALS ON WHEELS PEOPLE INC?
General Summary
Provide accurate nutrition data and analysis. Ensure recipes and menus are contractually compliant. Provide guidance in menu diversity and variety.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop culturally diverse and sensitive menus in compliance with contract requirements, including menu variety
- Prepare nutritional analysis of menus for nutrition program meals in compliance with contract requirements
- Provide guidance regarding emerging trends and creative solutions to meet the nutritional needs of clients
- Ensure accuracy of menus and nutrition analysis
- Review and revise as needed nutritional information in Galley Solutions food service systems management software program
- Create and review nutrition education materials and plans.
- Provide nutrition counseling services in compliance to contract requirements
- Other projects as requested
Qualifications:
Education & Knowledge
- Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, food service systems management, and other health-related fields
- Current Registered Dietitian in Oregon and Washington
- Knowledge of geriatrics and assessment of nutritional risk
- Knowledge of Galley Solutions software strongly preferred
Skills, Abilities & Experience
- One or more years of dietetic experience, including demonstrated successful experience in diversified menu planning
- Excellent computer skills
- Excellent organizational, record keeping, time management, and multi-tasking skills
- Ability to work in a team environment and effectively communicate with diverse populations including minority, low income and persons with disabilities
- Passion for serving seniors in or community
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Menu development and analysis are project-based. The majority of work is email and web-based. Occasional travel to Meals on Wheels People locations, including the Central Kitchen, depending on the project. It may be required to move up to 30lbs and occasional reaching, bending, and stooping. Ability to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, 10-key, and phone. Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol tests and criminal background checks.
Disclaimer
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; employment in this job is an “at-will” employment relationship.