What are the responsibilities and job description for the Performance Nutrition Fellowship (Seasonal) position at San Francisco 49ers?
The Performance Nutrition Fellowship reports to the Director of Nutrition and is responsible for assisting with nutrition research, assessments, food service, and education. This is for the upcoming season beginning ~end of July for Training Camp through end of 2026 season. This is an hourly paid position with options for benefits and will conclude 1-2 weeks after the end of the team’s season.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists Director of Nutrition is all areas of player nutrition and health.
- Aids in all processes related to inventory; including but not limited to: ordering, receiving and the distribution of stock to various fueling stations.
- Creates and designs a visually appealing labeling system that adds an educational element to fueling stations, as well as educational handouts and manuals.
- Assists with travel nutrition needs for players, such as performance menus and post-game meals.
- Assists in developing and managing distribution of post-practice recovery shakes.
- Assists with daily nutrition operational tasks including but not limited to: meal coverage, hydration monitoring, athlete supplementation protocols and development of performance menus.
- Oversees home football game day operations and select away game operations.
- Counsels’ athletes as needed on proper nutrition, supplements, weight goals, and performance.
- Assists in the community nutrition efforts and program development.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to work a non-standard work week which may include nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to be a team player and work towards agreed upon goals
- Time and priority management skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Required Education and Experience:
- RD-eligible
- Sports nutrition experience (minimum 1 year)
- Experience in athletics, specifically football at least 1 year at a professional or high level D1 level
- Experience in food service