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City of New York

Director of Nutrition

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$150K/yr

... Director of Food and Nutrition will be responsible for incorporating all up-to-date recommendations of the NYC Food Standards, National Research Council, Office of Children and Family Services ...

City of New York

Director of Nutrition

Manhattan, NY

$85K - $93K/yr

... Director of Food and Nutrition will be responsible for incorporating all up-to-date recommendations of the NYC Food Standards, National Research Council, Office of Children and Family Services ...

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Director of Nutrition Services

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$118K - $121K/yr

Direct daily operations of Nutrition Services and nutrition-related programs * Provide clinical nutrition leadership and patient care oversight * Supervise, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary ...

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City of New York

Director of Nutrition

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$85K - $93K/yr

... Director of Food and Nutrition will be responsible for incorporating all up-to-date recommendations of the NYC Food Standards, National Research Council, Office of Children and Family Services ...

The University Of Tulsa

Director of Sports Nutrition

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$41K - $47K/yr

The Director of Nutrition is responsible for leading, developing, and implementing a comprehensive nutrition program that supports the health, wellness, and performance of University of Tulsa student ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for nutrition director in the United States is $54,779.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $51,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a nutrition director do?

A Nutrition Director oversees the planning, implementation, and management of nutrition programs in organizations such as schools, hospitals, or senior care facilities. They ensure compliance with health regulations, develop meal plans that meet dietary needs, and manage budgets and staff. Their role may also involve educating individuals on proper nutrition, improving food service operations, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Effective leadership and knowledge of nutrition science are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nutrition director?

To thrive as a Nutrition Director, you need expertise in nutrition science, program management, and regulatory compliance, usually backed by a degree in nutrition or dietetics and relevant licensure such as Registered Dietitian (RD) credentials. Familiarity with nutrition analysis software, menu planning systems, and government nutrition standards like USDA guidelines is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills help you coordinate teams and collaborate with stakeholders. These skills are essential for developing effective nutrition programs that meet health objectives and comply with regulatory requirements.

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Infographic showing various Nutrition Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,779 per year, or $26.3 per hour.

Director of Nutrition - Cordova, TN

Novo Connections

Cordova, TN • On-site

$2.4K/wk

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Posted 15 days ago

Job description

At Novo Connections, we're invested in your success at every step along your career journey. With your dedicated healthcare recruiter, we can help find ample opportunities to use your talents, do what you love, and create the life you want. Contact your recruiter below.
Total Compensation Package for Eligible Travelers: $2,421 per week
$1,000 Taxable
$1,421 Non Taxable
Local Hourly Rate: $55.00 Per Hour
JOB OVERVIEW

  • Director of Nutrition - Inpatient Eating Disorder Care Center
  • Contract assignment: 13 week assignment; Temp-to-Hire Contract
  • Location: Cordova, TN 38018
  • Schedule:Full time, 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Director of Nutrition is responsible for providing nutrition team supervision for all members of the nutrition team, including but not limited to registered dietitians, chefs/production staff, food acquisitions manager, administrative assets assigned to the nutrition team. When required, the Director of Nutrition will provide individualized nutritional treatment services for adult and adolescent women with eating disorders in a residential, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient setting. Under the supervision of the Clinical Director, the Director of Nutrition will coordinate with a multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive nutrition services that lead to successful treatment outcomes. The Director of Nutrition will provide services and client care in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Nutrition team leadership and strategy development
    • Hire, train, supervise, and coach all members of the nutrition team or delegates such duties to ensure effective and efficient execution of the nutrition strategy
    • Develop and coordinate therapeutic/medical dietary orders with the Medical director and Director of Nursing
    • Work closely with business office, BHTs, and clinical team to implement policies and procedures efficiently and effectively
    • Ensure nutrition strategy meets requirements and expectations of Academy of Eating Disorders, International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp), Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and similar authoritative organizations
  • Staff Oversight
    • Provide weekly supervision and case consultation to nutrition team and executive chef
    • Develop and implement training on policies and procedures for supervised eating events
    • Direct and contribute to menu and recipe development and modification/optimization
    • Coordinate with executive Chef to ensure special diet orders (e.g. food allergies, intolerances, and other medical nutrition therapies) are ordered and implemented clearly
    • Ensure nutrition team members complete all required documentation and reports in a timely manner, maintaining compliance with the policies and procedures of the facility and Joint Commission accreditation requirements
  • Clinical Services for Residential Clients
  • Completes a comprehensive nutritional assessment for all assigned clients and reviews comprehensive nutrition assessments completed by RDs
  • Develop, supervise, and facilitate nutrition and meal processing groups weekly
  • Directs, supervises, and participates in supported food exposures and weekly meal group with clients in and out of the facility
  • Eat, at minimum, three meals and three snacks with clients weekly
  • Coordinate care with client's outpatient treatment team
Administrative Duties:
  • Develop and maintain nutrition component of EHR, including but not limited to nutrition assessments, progress notes, meal and snack notes, & pre and post processing sheets
  • Utilize EHR to document client care/contact in a timely manner in accordance with center policy
  • Documentation as required for clinical, human resources, training needs of self and staff
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration and 2+ years' experience working as a RD with eating disorder clients.
  • Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist in the State of Tennessee (or ability to be licensed within 6 weeks of hire).
  • Graduate degree, PhD preferred
  • Experience working within a multi-disciplinary treatment team (specifically withthe eating disorder population is highly preferred).
  • Must be passionate about working with the eating disorder population.
  • Previous management/supervisory experience preferred


To apply or learn more, please contact:
Sharee Whitten
Healthcare Recruiter
swhitten@novoconnections.com
Website: novoconnections.com
Text:(331) 866-3322
Phone: (331) 268-9905
Keywords:RDN, Registered Dietitian, Dietetics, Cordova, Tennessee, TN, contract, temp, temporary, Director of Nutrition

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