Nutrition Manager

Nutrition Manager

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 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, directs and evaluates assigned staff and volunteers, processing staff concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining and completing employee performance appraisals: interviews and hires new employees; recruits and interviews volunteers; and coordinates training activities. Directs and coordinates senior services and work activities in assigned unit: organizes and prioritizes workload; makes work assignments; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; reviews work requirements with staff; troubleshoots and assists with complex or problem situations; and provides direction, advice, and technical expertise. Oversees the management of assigned unit: oversees hiring, human resources, budget, finances, program and service development, technology, and the administration of programming and services. Maintains awareness of internal and external resources and advances in assigned area: conducts need assessments to analyze services needs and programs; compiles or monitors various data; and interprets data and identifies trends. Determines budget needs for assigned unit; monitors expenditures and revenues to ensure compliance with approved budget; coordinates with staff members regarding unit budget; and maintains related documentation. Prepares annual work plan for assigned unit: develops and implements long- and short-term goals and objectives; develops and implements policies and procedures; reviews and modifies policies and procedures as appropriate; and interprets Federal and State program standards. Ensures compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures: initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations. Performs public relations and customer service duties: represents assigned area to the community; interacts with the media, as needed; gives speeches and makes presentations, as needed; provides information and assistance regarding programs and services; receives and responds to questions, complaints, and concerns; and initiates problem resolution.

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.

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 three to five 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 the practice of food preparation and service, nutrition education, planning and analysis of menu, etc.
• Knowledge of aging industry and previous work with the senior population
• Must obtain ServSafe Certification within a year of hire.

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 ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. 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.