We are searching for a Full-Time, Onsite Dietitian for Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, NY. This position supports all Bon Appetit responsibilities as an Onsite Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) encompassing nutrition and wellness support for assigned account(s). This role is responsible for supporting the implementation of corporate nutrition programs, supporting quality assurance in areas of nutrition labeling, food allergies and special diets, supporting campus specific nutrition needs, and participating in account retention and sales efforts.

Responsibilities:

• Understand and actively execute Bon Appetit food philosophy and wellness programs including Bon Appetit wellness commitments and opt-in wellness offerings.
• Support account in meeting nutrition related regulatory requirements including federal menu labeling laws, local and state requirements for grab n' go foods, and others as applicable.
• Learn and maintain proficiency in using company nutrient analysis software tools.
• Actively participate as member of the Bon Appetit management team.
• Assist with campus marketing efforts for events and dining promotions
• In coordination with our onsite management teams, regional/corporate wellness, and senior leaders, plan and execute customized programming to address specific client needs when necessary.
• Serve as a member of the wellness team and a nutrition resource for the account including establishing and growing relationships with internal teams, college services, individual guest and guest groups, and client groups.
• Play an active role in educating account operational teams on Bon Appetit wellness standards as well as protocols related to risk management of food allergies and special diets.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date knowledge of nutrition topics related to food service, culinary and nutrition trends, wellness technology, college student health and wellness. Communicate to team regarding industry's nutritional trends.
• Menus - works with Vassar and Bon Appetit managers and Vassar supervisors to ensure that foods are identified properly according to Bon Appetit protocols.
• Participate in investigation and/or planning corrective action when applicable. (e.g. a reported food allergen exposure).
• Works with management teams to implement a robust Food for Your Well-Being program.
• Works with the Chef de Cuisine to ensure that all meals are nutritionally balanced, varied and appealing to the senses and meet Bon Appetit's well-being commitments.
• Registered Dietitian and Chef de Cuisine will devise a special events calendar for each calendar year. They will implement the special events calendar with input from the building managers and supervisors.
• Provides nutrition-related workshops for groups, upon request.
• Maintains accurate labeling for menu items according to the program including incorporating major-allergens in naming of menus and descriptions, accurate entry into cafe manager and overall integrity of the program. Conducts designated menu reviews in specified timeframes and pantry audits regularly.

Qualifications:

• Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required.
• Licensed by the State Dietetics Licensing Board in states where applicable required.
• Two (2) years of wellness experience in a school, university, or corporate setting, preferred
• Serve-Safe certification preferred. If not certified, must obtain certification within twelve (12) weeks from date of hire.
• Familiarity with nutrition analysis software is preferred.
• Culinary and/or foodservice experience strongly preferred.