Community Wellness Intern, Chartwells Higher Ed / University of Houston

Community Wellness Intern

We are hiring immediately for a Community Wellness Intern position. Address: 4700 Calhoun Road Suite 102 Houston, TX. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: To be determined based on class schedule and business needs. Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour.

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General Description

You will be working closely with the leaders in the University of Houston hospitality group, developing skills and competencies that will help provide you with practical experience in preparing to apply to accredited Dietetic Internship programs. You will gain valuable experience in the following areas: foodservice operations, nutrient analysis, marketing and promoting of health promoting foods, nutrition education campaigns, menu planning, food safety, planning and implementation of innovation and client relationship skills. This internship involves hands on experience in the world of hospitality with a focus on nutrition and well-being which will guide you to set the stage for your personal success in a career in nutrition.

Qualifications for Wellness Internship

Applicant should be at least at junior level credit hour standing

Applicant should be enrolled in a nutrition, dietetics or foodservice related field in pursuit of credentials, Registered Dietitian (RD)

Applicant should have no less than a 3.25 GPA in all attempted undergraduate work

Key Requirements

A love of the world of food service management

Interest in culinary arts and service

Attitude of a leader

Good to better interpersonal skills

General interest and knowledge

Attention to detail

Awareness of sustainability practices

Must be undergraduate nutrition and dietetics student

Interest in One or More of the Following

Sustainability

Carbon foot print

Farm to Fork

Special Dietary Needs (food allergies, intolerances)

Quality Assurance

Job Responsibilities (May Include Any or All)

Safety: Safe food in a safe environment

Assuring an exceptional guest experience

Bring innovation into services

Operational support of serving platforms

Recipe Nutrient Analysis

Menu Planning

Support educational nutrition campaigns

Executing operational standards

Managing FDA regulation standards

Market Research

Manage website and social networking profile content

Learning Objectives

Demonstrate awareness, understanding and skills necessary to work in a diverse environment.

Experience opportunities to learn, observe, and practice a variety of nutrition and well-being experiences in the world of hospitality.

This internship should not be confused in any way with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics pre-professional internship requirement. This internship will provide relevant on the job experience in the field of foodservice nutrition. This internship does not replace an accredited internship program.

This is a paid intern position; however, it is not eligible for paid time off (PTO) or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.