Registered Dietitian - K12

Registered Dietitian – Food Service Management 

Location: National (Remote); Preferred proximity to major airport or based in New Orleans, New Mexico, DC, or Boston surrounding areas 

Travel: Up to 50% 

ABOUT GENUINE FOODS  

At Genuine Foods, we believe food is a force for good. We’re redefining food service by combining culinary excellence, nutrition-forward thinking, and hospitality-driven culture. Our mission is to improve lives through food — for our clients, our communities, and our team.  

As we move into Genuine Foods’ next chapter, we’re scaling with intention. We’re investing in proprietary systems, bold innovation, and exceptional people to build the most purpose-driven food platform in the U.S. Whether in schools, workplaces, or senior living communities, we deliver meals that are deeply nourishing and culturally relevant — backed by operational excellence and data-driven results.  

At Genuine Foods, we’re building the future of food service—one partnership, one meal, one community at a time. We create exceptional dining experiences focused on culinary excellence, hospitality, and wellness—unlocking potential and fueling connection in every community we serve. As a fast-growing, purpose-driven company operating nationwide, we’re looking for bold, passionate leaders to help us expand our impact across schools, campuses, healthcare facilities, and beyond.  

Position Overview 

We are seeking a credentialed, collaborative, and student-centered Registered Dietitian (RD) to lead nutrition strategy, compliance, training, and culinary collaboration across our national K–12 portfolio. The RD will play a critical role in menu innovation, nutritional analysis, audit readiness, and staff development while serving as a trusted partner to our school-based teams and clients. 
 
This is a remote role with significant travel to school district sites and regional operations hubs. Candidates should be based near a major airport, ideally in New Orleans, New Mexico, DC, Boston or surrounding areas. 

Key Responsibilities 

Menu Planning, Nutrition, & Compliance 

- Lead compliant and culturally relevant menu planning in proprietary software, ensuring alignment with NSLP and SBP guidelines 
- Manage ingredient databases, recipe development, nutrient analysis, allergen tagging, food costing, and add meals plans accommodating children with disabilities 
- Support and manage USDA compliance through regular internal audits, documentation, and corrective action plans 
- Collaborate with chefs and procurement teams on ingredient selection and strategic sourcing 

Education, Training & Communication 

- Develop and deliver nutrition-related training for staff, including food allergy protocols and USDA updates 
- Maintain and update training modules and resources across platforms 
- Lead school-facing nutrition education programs  

Leadership & Operational Support 

- Conduct field visits to observe service, support site-level staff, and provide nutrition and compliance coaching 
- Manage food service leads at commissary kitchens and partner schools as needed 
- Contribute to the implementation and evaluation of sustainability and wellness initiatives 
- Support implementation of tools including Microsoft Office, Slack, and nutrient analysis/menu planning software 

Qualifications 

- Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN), credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) 
- Prior experience working with NSLP and USDA child nutrition programs is preferred 
- Prior experience in food service management, preferably in K–12, healthcare, corrections, or mid-to-large-sized school districts preferred 
- Familiarity with food cost analysis, procurement, and compliance audits 
- Strong interpersonal, training, and project management skills 
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Slack, and nutrient analysis/menu planning software 

Benefits & Perks 

- Health and retirement benefits 
- Paid time off and holiday pay 
- 401(k) with employer contribution 
- Performance-based bonuses 
- Opportunities for advancement within a growing mission-driven organization 

Genuine Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.