Food and Nutrition Specialist

6 days ago

Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

Job Summary

The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly skilled Nutritionist Associate to join our team. As a Nutritionist Associate, you will play a critical role in determining nutrition eligibility and prescribing food packages for applicants/clients within program guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct nutrition assessments using the VENA technique process and food frequency history to determine nutritional status/eligibility for program services.
  • Assess growth patterns, weight patterns, biochemical values, and medical history to set dietary goals.
  • Provide patient counseling specific to individual nutritional needs.
  • Make referrals for high-risk counseling with a Nutritionist when appropriate.

Requirements

  • Must complete required training to obtain Certification as a Competent Professional Authority (CPA) within 6 months of hire.
  • Basic knowledge of nutrition and nutritional standards.
  • Ability to conduct interviews and collect information.
  • Ability to interpret, document, calculate, and compile routine data.
  • Experience providing patient education and/or communicating information to individuals.
  • Good communication skills, verbally and in writing, to interact with a variety of patients, peers, and supervisors.
  • Ability to work effectively individually and as a team member.
  • Experience multi-tasking and prioritizing workloads.
  • Skills using computer systems.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Training, job experience, or coursework in Nutrition, Dietetics, food services, or a related area.
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English.
  • Experience obtaining blood samples/finger sticks, and taking heights and weights of individuals.

Working with the Commonwealth of Virginia

The Commonwealth of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all employees.

  • Food and Nutrition Advisor

    4 weeks ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Position Overview: The Dietary Specialist plays a crucial role in evaluating the nutritional eligibility of clients and recommending suitable food packages. This position requires a comprehensive assessment of nutritional health through various methodologies, establishing dietary objectives, offering guidance to patients, and facilitating referrals as...

  • Nutrition Support Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Position Overview: The Dietary Consultant Associate plays a crucial role in evaluating the nutritional eligibility of clients and recommending suitable food packages. This position requires a comprehensive assessment of dietary needs through various methodologies, establishing nutritional objectives, offering guidance to patients, and facilitating referrals...

  • Nutrition Services Associate

    7 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job SummaryThe Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly skilled Nutritionist Associate to join our team. As a Nutritionist Associate, you will play a critical role in determining nutrition eligibility and prescribing food packages for applicants/clients within program guidelines.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct nutrition assessments using the VENA technique...

  • Nutrition Services Associate

    6 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job SummaryThe Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly skilled Nutritionist Associate to join our team. As a Nutritionist Associate, you will play a critical role in determining nutrition eligibility and prescribing food packages for applicants/clients within program guidelines.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct nutrition assessments using the VENA technique...

  • Learning Support Assistant

    6 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom PK Education Full time £90 - £100

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled and experienced Learning Support Assistant to join our team at PK Education. As a key member of our staff, you will provide essential support to teachers and pupils in the classroom, with a focus on food service and nutrition.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport pupils during breakfast, lunch, and food classes, promoting a...

  • Learning Support Assistant

    6 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom PK Education Full time £90 - £100

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled and experienced Learning Support Assistant to join our team at PK Education. As a key member of our staff, you will provide essential support to teachers and pupils in the classroom, with a focus on food service and nutrition.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport pupils during breakfast, lunch, and food classes, promoting a...

  • Culinary Specialist for Healthcare Services

    4 weeks ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT Full time

    Join the Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT Culinary TeamWe are seeking dedicated Culinary Specialists to enhance our food service operations. The role involves ensuring the nutritional quality and safety of meals provided to patients, upholding hygiene protocols, and catering to specific dietary needs.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with the food...

  • Automotive Body Repair Specialist

    7 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Darden Concepts Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a skilled Automotive Body Repair Specialist to join our team at Darden Concepts. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in the preparation and delivery of food to our guests.Key Responsibilities:Food Preparation and Delivery: Prepare and deliver food to our...

  • Catering Assistant

    2 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Practice Plus Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Catering Assistant to join our team at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Barlborough. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality food and beverage services to our patients.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and serve meals to inpatients, ensuring a high level of customer...

  • Catering Assistant

    2 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Practice Plus Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Catering Assistant to join our team at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Barlborough. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality food and beverage services to our patients.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and serve meals to inpatients, ensuring a high level of customer...

  • Catering Assistant

    6 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Practice Plus Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Catering Assistant to join our team at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Barlborough. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality food and beverage services to our patients.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and serve meals to inpatients, ensuring a high level of customer...

  • Catering Assistant

    7 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Practice Plus Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Catering Assistant to join our team at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Barlborough. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality food and beverage services to our patients.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and serve meals to inpatients, ensuring a high level of customer...

  • Automotive Body Repair Specialist

    3 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Darden Concepts Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Automotive Body Repair Specialist to join our team at Darden Concepts. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in the preparation and delivery of food to our guests.Key ResponsibilitiesFood Preparation and Delivery: Prepare and deliver food to our guests...

  • Automotive Body Repair Specialist

    3 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Darden Concepts Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Automotive Body Repair Specialist to join our team at Darden Concepts. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in the preparation and delivery of food to our guests.Key ResponsibilitiesFood Preparation and Delivery: Prepare and deliver food to our guests...

  • Procurement Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Francesca's Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Position Overview:Francesca's Recruitment Ltd is seeking a dedicated Procurement Specialist to join a prominent player in the food industry. This is a permanent opportunity that offers a hybrid working model after the successful completion of training.Location: Flexible working arrangements available.Working Hours: Standard hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to...

  • Procurement Specialist – Capex – Food Manufacturing

    1 week ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Pod Talent Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Manager to join our client, a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and US. As a key member of the procurement team, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of operations by overseeing the procurement of capital expenditure projects.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement...

  • Procurement Specialist – Capex – Food Manufacturing

    6 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Pod Talent Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Manager to join our client, a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and US. As a key member of the procurement team, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of operations by overseeing the procurement of capital expenditure projects.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement...

  • Culinary Specialist

    6 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom National Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Culinary Specialist to join our team at the National Trust. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality food to our visitors.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and cook a variety of dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredientsWork collaboratively with the Head Chef and...

  • Culinary Specialist

    7 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom National Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Culinary Specialist to join our team at the National Trust. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality food to our visitors.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and cook a variety of dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredientsWork collaboratively with the Head Chef and...

  • Culinary Specialist

    3 days ago

    Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom National Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Culinary Specialist to join our team at the National Trust. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality food to our visitors.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and cook a variety of dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredientsWork collaboratively with the Head Chef and...