Dietician - Child Nutrition - 2024-2025 - Judson Independent School District

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Dietitian will assist the Assistant Director of Child Nutrition in managing the food service operation, by ways of product testing/development, maintaining nutritional software programs, adult and student nutrition education, and preserves all food production activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration, American Dietetic Association
• External applicants must have satisfactory outcome of background check.  Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the candidate

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws, regulations, policies and best practices in areas of food service management, menu planning, food purchasing, and preparation of foods in food service environment
• Skill in recipe standardization, development and testing for quality food products
• Ability to comprehend and evaluate facts and problems associated with student food service situations
• Ability to exercise sound judgment; and taking decisive and timely action in,accordance with standard operating procedures
• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously and independently to meet deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written, utilizing tact and diplomacy
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with District staff, outside organizations, elected officials, and the general public

Experience

• Two (2) years experience as a dietitian

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

• Create special diets for students based on verifiable student dietary needs
• Maintain compliance with all requirements of Federal, State, and local regulations and guidelines
• Adhere to diet restrictions and physician orders by developing menus supporting dietary care plans
• Assist in the development and nutritional analysis of all menus according to guidelines set forth by the Texas Department of Agriculture
• Collect, analyze, and utilize data to provide weekly reports and updates
• Observe efficiency and effectiveness of the program’s operations and makes recommendations concerning improvements
• Provide training for parents in nutrition, meal planning, cooking activities, and health as applicable
• Meet with vendors to review new food products
• Create and test new recipes in accordance to state and or federal standards
• Perform taste tests and nutrition education lessons with students
• Provide training and implementation for new products/recipes to managerial and cafeteria staff
• Act as Child Nutrition liaison for JISD Wellness program
• Ensure all food meets JISD food quality standards
• Work closely with central kitchen manager and procurement agent
• Oversee nutrition education and marketing
• Participate in professional development activities to maintain current knowledge of personnel rules, regulations, and practices
• Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance
• Ensure compliance with the Texas Educator’s Code of Ethics        
• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job

Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A

Equipment Used: 

• Office equipment – personal computer, printer, calculator, multi-line telephone, software programs and peripherals, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.
• Communication equipment – radio communication equipment, cellular telephone
• Video monitoring equipment

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands

• Frequent: Sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs and/or ramps, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speaking clearly, visual acuity, distinguishing colors, driving, traveling.
• Occasional: Lifting, moderate, 15-44 pounds; carrying, moderate, 15-44 pounds

Environmental Factors

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, low or intense illumination, vibration
• Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.), work outside, work around moving objects or vehicles, work on uneven surfaces, work alone, work prolonged or irregular hours.

Nondiscrimination Statement:

The Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status.