Dietitian / Nutritionist
Jennifer Temps is seeking an experienced Dietitian / Nutritionist for a temporary assignment with a public-sector program in Lower Manhattan, NY. This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Dietitian who is passionate about regulatory compliance, nutrition program oversight, training, and community-based food service operations.
Your Tasks
- Review and evaluate food service operations and nutrition components for participating programs
- Conduct on-site reviews of childcare centers, after-school programs, day care homes, adult day care sites, and shelters
- Evaluate food service activities and provide nutrition guidance to support compliance
- Provide training and technical assistance on record keeping, meal planning, and applicable regulations
- Interpret records in accordance with program, State, and Federal requirements
- Analyze findings from on-site reviews and prepare detailed written reports
- Support contracted operations through nutrition-related review activities and recommendations
- Maintain professionalism when working with program staff, providers, and the public
- Perform duties in a fast-paced office setting using Microsoft Office and related computer systems
- Travel monthly within the region as required
Our requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Registered Dietitian (RD) Certification through the Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Experience in nutrition program oversight, food service evaluation, or regulatory compliance
- Strong knowledge of nutrition documentation, meal planning, and record review practices
- Familiarity with Federal and State regulations related to nutrition or food programs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Willingness and ability to travel monthly for on-site reviews
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience with CACFP or other government-funded nutrition programs
- Experience reviewing operations in childcare, adult care, shelter, or community-based settings
- Previous experience providing staff training and technical assistance
- Experience preparing formal compliance or audit-related reports
- Background working in public sector, nonprofit, or regulated food service environments
- Competitive pay range of $38.00 - $48.00 per hour depending on experience
- Direct Deposit
- Medical insurance options
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- NYS Secure Choice Savings Program (Retirement)
- NYC Paid Safe and Sick Leave
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