ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Nutrition Program Assistant Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Houston Methodist

Nutrition Assistant

Willowbrook, IL · On-site

$15.25 - $20.75/hr

At Houston Methodist, the Nutrition Assistant position is responsible for educating the patient on the dining services programs/process, is the initial point of contact for problem resolution, and ...

Voluntary Action Center

Kitchen Assistant

Sycamore, IL · On-site

$13.50 - $16.75/hr

We are currently seeking a part-time Kitchen Assistant to support our Nutrition Program and help prepare meals that reach clients across DeKalb County. This position offers up to 25 hours per week ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsNutrition Program JobsNutrition Program Assistant JobsNutrition Program Assistant Jobs in Illinois

Nutrition Program Assistant information

See Illinois salary details

$8

$19

$27

How much do nutrition program assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for nutrition program assistant in Illinois is $19.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $21.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a nutrition program assistant do?

A Nutrition Program Assistant supports nutritionists and dietitians in implementing and managing nutrition education programs. They help organize community outreach activities, prepare educational materials, and assist in teaching healthy eating habits to various groups. Their work often involves collecting and recording data, providing administrative support, and helping participants with resources or program enrollment. Nutrition Program Assistants play a key role in ensuring nutrition programs run smoothly and effectively serve the community.

What are some common challenges nutrition program assistants face when working with diverse communities?

Nutrition Program Assistants often work with individuals from a wide range of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, which can present challenges such as language barriers, varying levels of nutrition literacy, and differing dietary preferences or needs. Building trust and effectively communicating the benefits of nutrition programs requires adaptability and cultural sensitivity. Successful assistants utilize creative teaching approaches, collaborate closely with community organizations, and remain patient while fostering positive relationships to overcome these challenges and promote healthy eating habits.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nutrition program assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nutrition Program Assistant, you need basic nutrition knowledge, organizational skills, and often an associate degree or relevant coursework in nutrition or health sciences. Familiarity with database management tools, Microsoft Office, and sometimes nutrition analysis software is typically required. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and teamwork help build trust with clients and effectively deliver nutrition education. These skills and qualities are essential for supporting program goals, ensuring accurate information delivery, and fostering positive community health outcomes.

What are the most commonly searched types of Nutrition Program jobs in Illinois?

The most popular types of Nutrition Program jobs in Illinois are:

What are popular job titles related to Nutrition Program Assistant jobs in Illinois?

For Nutrition Program Assistant jobs in Illinois, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Nutrition Program Assistant jobs in Illinois look for?

The top searched job categories for Nutrition Program Assistant jobs in Illinois are:

What cities in Illinois are hiring for Nutrition Program Assistant jobs?

Cities in Illinois with the most Nutrition Program Assistant job openings:

Nutrition Program Assistant jobs near you
Infographic showing various Nutrition Program Assistant job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 34% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,236 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

School Nutrition Program Administrator (Principal Consultant #724)

Illinois State Board of Education

Springfield, IL • On-site

$64.32 - $81.28/hr

Other

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Inventory #

724

Location

Springfield

Union

IFSOE

Department

Anticipated Starting Salary Range

$64,322 - $81,284

Full Salary Range

$64,322 - $109,467

Office Hours

Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Posted Date

July 28, 2026

Closing Date

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Nutrition, this position performs work ranging from moderate to considerable complexity, applying practices and technical expertise in areas of program management of the child nutrition programs, primarily for the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.

Required Qualifications

  • Coordinates multiple projects/program assignments which assist in the administration of various school-based nutrition programs, including on-site visitations to monitor project implementation and/or compliance with program rules and regulations for the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.
  • Serves as a primary contact for school-based nutrition program administrators.
  • Coordinates fiscal, staffing and material resources to produce products defined.
  • Coordinates and monitors schedules and timelines related to the approval of program applications.
  • Assists in facilitating the interdisciplinary team process by reviewing the content and quality programmatic materials and project assignments produced.
  • Provides technical assistance to Agency staff, local educational agencies and program administrators.
  • Serves as a contact for school districts and program administrators on fiscal, nutrition and programmatic issues related to the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.
  • Assists in the development, implementation and administration of programmatic and technical assistance procedures pertaining to state and federal child nutrition programs.
  • Implements program administration, nutrition and fiscal management plans, practices and procedures and recommends the development of broad statewide nutrition program policies and procedures.
  • Makes recommendations for department functional systems and activities.
  • Functions as a team member and/or team leader for diverse Agency, center and department project teams.
  • Coordinates fiscal, staffing and material resources to complete assigned projects.
  • Coordinates efforts with interdisciplinary team member for the completion of assigned projects for divisional activities.
  • Monitors projects and activities of team members.
  • Assists so that projects are on schedule and completed with assigned timelines.
  • Collects and analyzes data and compiles reports for review, executive approval and implementation.
  • Applies technical expertise in areas of program administration, nutrition and fiscal management of child nutrition programs to research, develop and implement project assignments.
  • Assists in the development of departmental information systems and the gathering of department planning data.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Masters degree in Nutrition, Family & Consumer Sciences, Home Economics, Food Service Management or related field, or, a Bachelors degree plus two years of relevant professional experience in one of the above fields. (COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION)
  • Professional experience in nutrition or experience through an internship in a nutrition environment.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of nutrition and food service management.
  • Knowledge of resources allocation and project coordination involving interdisciplinary teams.
  • Considerable knowledge of information systems.
  • Knowledge of computers, database and spreadsheet applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to work on multiple priorities and work independently or with teams.
  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to define problems and apply problem solving techniques to complex issues.
#J-18808-Ljbffr

Apply