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Culinary Specialist

Atlanta, GA

$85K/yr

Training school nutrition professionals on culinary applications in person and virtually * Effectively presenting information in a clear manner,demonstratingprocedures, and responding to questions

Kettering Health

Cook - Culinary/Nutrition

Dayton, OH · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

Cook - Culinary/Nutrition US-OH-Dayton Job ID: 2026-60627 # of Openings: 1 Category: Nutrition/Food Services KH Behavioral Medical Ctr Overview Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 ...

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Culinary Medicine Nutritionist RDCNS

Preserve Life Corp

Douglasville, GA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

ABOUT NUTRITION NEST AT PRESERVE LIFE

Imagine a place where nutrition science meets culinary artistry, where every meal is both a therapeutic intervention and a delicious experience. Nutrition Nest at Preserve Life is a revolutionary integrated wellness destination combining a longevity clinic, beauty boutique, retail store, and experiential restaurant under one roof.

Located on 1,200+ acres of pristine forest with spring-fed lakes, just West of Atlanta, we are redefining how health is experienced. Guided by functional medicine and therapeutic nutrition, our Experiential Kitchen empowers guests to transform their relationship with food.

Opening July 2026.

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THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re seeking a Kitchen Culinary Medicine Nutritionist to bridge nutrition science with culinary creativity. Unlike traditional clinical roles, this position places you at the heart of our experiential kitchen, collaborating with chefs to design therapeutic meals, leading hands-on education, and consulting with guests to help them achieve their wellness goals.

Your Mission: Deliver clinically sound, flavorful, and transformative culinary medicine experiences. Your Impact: Bring credibility, creativity, and education to a first-of-its-kind experiential dining model. Your Stage: Experiential Kitchen – where clinical nutrition comes alive through food.

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WHAT YOU’LL DO

Culinary Medicine Partnership (40%)

Collaborate with Executive Chef to create pathway-aligned therapeutic meals

Develop nutrient-dense, flavorful recipes

Ensure compliance with dietary and therapeutic standards

Analyze nutritional profiles of menu items

Educational Leadership (30%)

Co-lead interactive cooking demonstrations

Teach nutrition science through engaging culinary experiences

Develop guest-facing recipe cards and educational content

Inspire guests to apply food-as-medicine principles at home

Guest Consultation & Support (15%)

Provide personalized nutrition consultations

Customize meal recommendations for wellness goals and dietary restrictions

Offer follow-up support and recipe adaptations

Additional Contributions (15%)

Support wellness workshops and events

Research new therapeutic ingredients and trends

Maintain continuing education in nutrition and culinary medicine

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WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Required Qualifications

RD/CNS credential (non-negotiable)

Bachelor’s in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field

2+ years clinical nutrition experience

Culinary experience and passion for food preparation

Strong interest in functional and therapeutic nutrition

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s in Nutrition, Food Science, or Culinary Medicine

Advanced certifications (Functional Medicine, Integrative Nutrition, Culinary Medicine)

Experience in culinary medicine, therapeutic cooking, or guest education

Core Competencies

Clinical nutrition and therapeutic diet planning expertise

Strong cooking and recipe development skills

Confident teaching and public speaking abilities

Knowledge of functional ingredients and nutrient preservation techniques

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WHY JOIN NUTRITION NEST AT PRESERVE LIFE

First-of-its-kind integration of culinary medicine with fine dining

Advancement opportunities to Senior Culinary Medicine RD or Wellness Program Director

Support for continuing education and advanced certifications

Collaborative team of chefs, clinicians, and wellness professionals

Educate and inspire guests toward lifelong food-as-medicine practices

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