Nutrition Manager

Salary: $61,406.35 - $79,828.26 Annually
Location : Senior Services Department Marietta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 05137
Department: Senior Services
Opening Date: 08/21/2026
Closing Date: 9/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code: 112


Position Information
The Nutrition Manager oversees the department's nutrition programs to make sure state guidelines are met for three senior centers and the Meals on Wheels (MOW) program, while keeping up with health inspections and food safety standards. This role trains staff on food safety, sanitation, portion sizes, and temperature control, and works closely with the Wellness Center café and MOW food vendors to keep communication clear and address any issues quickly.

The position also uses Registered Dietitian Nutritionist expertise to create nutrition education materials, help with menu planning and analysis, and partner with vendor dietitians. Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, providing counseling for high-risk clients, and making sure therapeutic diets are provided as needed based on doctor's orders or professional judgment.

This position will require a valid registration and license issued by Georgia board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitian. A Provisional license may be considered if another RDN on staff to supervise.

Please attach your Registered Dietitian Certification or provisional license to your application.

Essential Functions
Manages the nutritional operations of the department to ensure state nutrition guidelines are met for three senior centers where congregate meals are served and Meals on Wheels Program (MOW). Ensures health inspection requirements are maintained.


Provides in-service trainings for staff regarding food safety, portion control, temperature control, sanitation etc.
Serves as a liaison with the Wellness Center café vendor and Meals on Wheels (MOW) food vendor to ensure timely communication and resolution of any issues.

Utilizes Registered Dietitian Nutritionist knowledge to create lesson plans and nutrition education handouts for group nutrition classes at Senior Centers and handouts for MOW clients.


Collaborates with food vendor dietitian to create menus and nutrition analysis for various diets. Conducts nutrition assessments, nutrition diagnosis and intervention, nutrition counseling for clients who are in high-risk nutrition status.


Oversees distribution of therapeutic diets such as mechanical soft, renal diet, supplements etc. for clients who have a prescription from a doctor or assesses clients who do not have PCP to provide adequate diet.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Food Service or related field; supplemented by one to two years of program, facilities, and personnel management experience in social services with a focus on older adults; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in food preparation, service, nutrition, and menu planning and analysis.

Knowledge of the aging industry and prior experience working with the senior population.

Must obtain ServSafe Certification within one year of employment.

Licenses and Certifications
Must hold a valid driver's license.

Must hold a valid registration and license issued by Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitian. Provisional license may be considered if another RDN on staff to supervise.
Physical Abilities


Tasks require the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that generally involves lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.
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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

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I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

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Do you now or in the future need an employer to sponsor you for employment authorization of visa status?

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Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire) : Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

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If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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This position will require a resume to be attached to your application. Please acknowledge below that you have attached your resume.

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Do you have knowledge of and prior experience working with the senior population?

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How many years of experience do you have in program, facilities, and personnel management in social services to older adults?

• No experience
• Less than two years
• Two to four years of experience
• More than four years of experience

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Please describe your experience working in program, facilities, and personnel management in social services to older adults environment. Enter N/A if no experience. See resume will not be accepted
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How many years of experience do you have in food preparation, service, nutrition, and menu planning and analysis?

• No experience
• Less than two years
• Two to four years of experience
• More than four years of experience

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Please describe any work experience you have in food preparation, service, nutrition, and menu planning and analysis. Enter N/A if no experience. See resume will not be accepted
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How many years of experience do you have overseeing nutrition programs to make sure state guidelines are met?

• No experience
• Less than two years
• Two to four years of experience
• More than four years of experience

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Please describe in detail your experience overseeing nutrition programs to make sure state guidelines are met. Enter N/A if no experience. See resume will not be accepted.
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Are you a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) currently licensed to practice in Georgia, or do you hold a provisional license?

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• No

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Please list any certifications you currently hold that are relative to the position (Example: Gerontology, CPR, First Aid, ServSafe). Enter N/A if not applicable. See resume will not be accepted.
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Please describe your experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Enter N/A if not applicable. See resume will not be accepted.
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Please describe your experience doing nutrition assessment and individual nutrition counseling. Enter N/A if not applicable. See resume will not be accepted.
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Please describe in detail your experience providing group nutrition education. Enter N/A if not applicable. See resume will not be accepted.
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This position requires working in the kitchen preparing food, reheating food, packing food for different routes, delivering meals in a van to different drop off sites and to clients' homes, cleaning kitchen and occasionally lifting 50 lbs. Are you willing to perform these tasks and to take this position?

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• No

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Are you willing to obtain a ServSafe Certification within one year of employment?

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

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If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following requirements: a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check, a credit check, a physical exam, a drug screen and provide copies of any education documents listed on your application . Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?

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