Role Overview
Sodexo is seeking a Child Nutrition Consultant for San Jose Unified School District located in San Jose, CA. Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credentials are preferred for this role, though candidates with relevant nutrition services expertise will also be considered. Candidates will provide expert leadership and support for nutrition services operations. The role is responsible for developing and analyzing recipes and menus, creating special diets, and ensuring full compliance with USDA regulations. The individual serves as a consultant to senior leadership, delivers data-driven insights, and collaborates with frontline staff and administration to improve program effectiveness. Strong financial, analytical, research, and project management skills are essential, along with the ability to communicate clearly and drive results using tools such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
At Sodexo, we deliver food, nutrition, environmental and facilities management solutions to partnered K-12 schools. Joining us at one of our school sites means fostering healthy learning environments and positively influencing the students’ well-being and performance.
What You'll Do
- Develop, analyze, and optimize menus, recipes, and special diets to meet student nutritional needs and support program goals.
- Ensure compliance with USDA regulations and district nutrition standards across all food service operations.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership by providing data-driven recommendations and operational insights.
- Partner with frontline teams and district administrators to enhance program performance, efficiency, and student outcomes.
What We Offer
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring
- Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential preferred, or must have a bachelor’s degree with an academic major or concentration in food and nutrition, clinical nutrition, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, or nutrition education. Master’s degree in the same fields of study is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of menu planning, recipe analysis, special diets, and regulatory compliance within nutrition programs.
- Excellent analytical, financial, research, and project management skills with the ability to translate data into actionable solutions.
- Effective communication and relationship-building skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Who We Are
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s degree
Minimum Management Experience - 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 4 years’ experience in management of school nutrition programs