Cook Supervisor

Registered Dietitian-Remote

Job Reference Number: 37811
Employment Type:  Full-Time ,  Remote  
Segment: Corrections
Brand: Summit
Location: Sioux Falls , South Dakota (US-SD)

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add an experienced registered dietitian to our Corrections Team. As a registered dietitian, you will have the opportunity to provide nutritional expertise to field operation employees and clients associated with the company and provide nutritionally adequate, cost effective menus. This is a non-exempt role and you will be paid hourly.

What you'll be doing:

• Collaborates with District Manager and Food Service Director to ensure client satisfaction. 
• Assists in entering recipes into menu software to ensure consistent end products in all facilities.
• Develops menus in the menu software system for each facility based on the nutritional parameters set forth by the state. Makes necessary and/or requested changes to the menus as needed. 
• Assists locations with special dietary needs by providing the Food Service Director with a menu for special diet requests. 
• Provides and maintains costing of recipes and menus via the menu management software program. 
• Participates in sales process including proposal development support, menu development and providing costs for bid menus. Attends new business presentations as needed 
• Understands the nutritional requirements and the regulatory processes of the National School Lunch (NSLP) and Breakfast Programs (SBP) and plans juvenile menus based on nutritional requirements of the NSLP and SBP.
• Participates in the proposal process by reviewing RFP’s and providing menus and supporting documents as written in the RFP by established deadlines. 
• Assists Dietary Department in meeting identified initiatives and other special projects as needed. 
• Following the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ standards of practice and facility regulatory requirements. 
• Interacting with other departments in setting up procedures and policies, and in problem solving as it relates to dining service and nutrition. 
• Actively participating in the development, review, and revision of continuous quality improvement programs. 

What we're looking for:

• Must-haves: 

  • Passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) or meets the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics requirements for eligibility. 
  • Completes 75 hours of continuing education hours every five years, in accordance with the CDR, utilizing the professional portfolio development process. 
  • Licensed or certified, per state requirements. 
  • Knowledge of regulation standards specific to comprehensive assessments, care planning, and residents’ rights. 
  • Ability to teach others, specifically pertaining to nutrition and dietetics. 
  • Bachelors or Master’s degree from an accredited Nutrition or Dietetics program andRegistration by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. 
  • Excellent work record, superior communication, cooperation, and organizational skills required.
  • Proficient computer skills. 
  • Ability to work with a team to support facility and organizational objectives. 
  • Must be customer service-oriented. 

  Nice-to-haves: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or related field. 
  • Experience working in healthcare or long-term care. 

Where you'll be working:

Remote- travel as needed up to 20% of the time

Compensation Range

$50,000-55,000/year

Our Benefits:

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) 
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off 

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About Summit:

Focused on serving correctional institutions, Summit ensures that incarcerated people across the United States have access to delicious, healthy food at each meal. Working with Summit, you will have the opportunity to aid in this process and provide inmates with vital social interaction at mealtimes.

About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.