Nutrition Director jobs in Illinois

Nutrition Director directs and oversees all aspects of an organization's or institution's nutrition guidelines and initiatives. Oversees institution of basic nutrition plans including individualized menu plans and monitors intake and acceptance of meals, snacks, and supplements. Being a Nutrition Director monitors and ensures proper nutrition education is provided. May oversee menu planning or food service operations. Additionally, Nutrition Director requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) from Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Typically reports to top management. The Nutrition Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Nutrition Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director, Food Applications
  • Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition NA, Inc
  • Itasca, IL FULL_TIME
  • POSITION PURPOSE:

    The Director, Food Applications is responsible for developing the strategic vision and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the food and culinary science team. This role is specifically focused on leading the team towards a customer-centric approach to innovation, fueled by both scientific and business acumen to accelerate growth of the Solutions & Ingredients business of Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.

    This role will work closely with a cross-functional team that includes sales, marketing, regulatory and innovation to champion application of new and existing ingredient technologies into product concepts and prototypes based on customer needs and consumer trends in the food and beverage industry. The ideal candidate will accelerate our aggressive growth ambitions to support our company mission of, Eat Well, Live Well.

    EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

    A bachelor's degree- master's degree- or PhD in Food Science- Chemical Engineering- Culinary Science- or a related discipline

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

    • Strategic mindset with strong technical and business acumen.
    • A robust technical R&D background- enabling you to provide strategic leadership and guidance to the food science and culinary team
    • People management experience of at least 10 years is essential, with proven experience leading and inspiring teams of 10 individuals.
    • Familiarity with navigating cross-functional relationships, including global work matrices.
    • The ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and stakeholder expectations in a fast-paced-matrixed organization
    • Ability to communicate and influence at all levels in the organization making the complex seem simple.
    • Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to engage and build relationships effectively across different functions and levels of the organization
    • Self-motivated, independently directed
    • Must be able to lift 25 pounds
    • Willing to work extended hours if required
    • Willing to conduct work travel
    • Must be safety oriented.

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Provide day-to-day oversight of the food science and culinary team of 10 full-time professionals, establishing priorities and key timelines in order to exceed customer expectations and advance the interests of the business.
    • Create a customer-centric growth strategy: Identify capability gaps, grow and develop talent, define and execute a compelling strategy that aligns with the 2030 business roadmap.
    • Strategically allocate resources that align with the prioritization of key activities.
    • Provide thought leadership to technical and cross-functional teams on a range of topics critical to building and executing a robust customer-centric applications development team.
    • Play a key role in understanding and translating the voice of the customer through collaboration with our commercial team.
    • Motivate and empower our team of talented food professionals to drive results and ensure they achieve their full potential
    • Independently initiate, investigate, and implement new ideas/improvements to accelerate business success.
    • Demonstrate strong leadership and change management skills, including the ability to challenge the status quo.
    • Maintain a customer-focused, external mindset, including staying on top of consumer, competitive, and macroeconomic trends.
    • Apply advanced technical expertise in ingredient technology and/or product development to direct the design and validation of new concepts or technologies that expand our current competencies.
    • As an engaged thought leader in the industry, develop and foster peer relationships, participate in leadership roles in the food science community, act as a technical leader for the Ajinomoto brand through patent applications, external speaking engagements, media interviews, and related activities (including acting as a moderator and judge on panels relevant to the business; contributing to peer-reviewed journal articles, etc.)
    • Identify and develop strong partnerships with internal global experts as well as external experts/organizations to develop or advance business interests
    • Attends and presents at global development meetings, trade shows, and customer visits with key internal and external partners.
    • Oversee the documents processes, formulas, ingredients, and results related to production tests, samples, and product evaluations consistent with Ajinomoto standard operating procedures
    • Perform all work in accordance with Ajinomoto GMP, Allergen, and Quality Programs and participate in annual training for these programs
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    PERKS

    Benefits:

    • Competitive salary & benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with match and profit-sharing eligibility, life insurance, disability and paid time off
    • No waiting period for medical, dental, & vision benefits
    • Wellness Program
    • Mental Health Support via Lyra Health
    • Caregiver Support via Wellthy
    • Parental Leave
    • Annual wellness reimbursement (gym membership/equipment)
    • Free tobacco cessation program
    • 11 paid holidays
    • Work-Life Integration
    • Employee perks and discount program
    Ajinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    The hiring process for successful candidates will include a pre-employment interview and background check.

  • 7 Days Ago

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Director, MIS
  • Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.
  • Itasca, IL FULL_TIME
  • Overview Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition N.A. Inc. is seeking an experienced Director of MIS to lead our highly skilled and motivated team. As an ideal candidate, you have proven management experience, v...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Assistant Director Nutrition Services
  • Community Consolidated School District 15
  • Palatine, IL FULL_TIME
  • JobID: 5927 Position Type: Administration/Assistant Director Date Posted: 5/5/2022 Location: School Nutrition Services, Palatine, IL Date Available: 07/01/2022 Closing Date: When Filled Interested app...
  • 23 Days Ago

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K-12 Nutrition Director
  • Taher, Inc
  • Rosemont, IL FULL_TIME
  • At Taher, Inc., it's all about the food and the people! You are organized, forward thinking leader with a passion for creating relationships with your staff and our clients. You focus on achieving the...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Director Product Management - Nutrition
  • Batory Foods
  • Rosemont, IL OTHER
  • At Batory Foods, we encourage our team to Bring YOU, Every Day because true success starts with the ability to be yourself and letting your unique talents shine. Since 1979, the heart of our success h...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Director of Food & Nutrition
  • Rush Specialty Hospital
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Overview Rush Specialty HospitalCrtiical Illness Recovery Hospital Inpatient Rehabilitation HospitalLocation: Chicago Director of Food & Nutrition Opening in April 2024, Select Medical and Rush Univer...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Food Service Supervisor
  • Park Avenue Extended Care
  • Long Beach, NY
  • Park Avenue Extended Care - Job Title: Food Service Supervisor Job Description: Salary: Up to $46,000 Join our vibrant t...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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School Lunch Manager
  • Baldwinsville Central School District
  • Baldwinsville, NY
  • Baldwinsville Central School District School Lunch Manager - Seeking an experienced School Lunch Manager to assist in th...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Chef
  • Pioneers Medical Center
  • Meeker, CO
  • Reports to: Food and Nutrition Director FLSA Classification: Full-time, Exempt, Salary Pioneers Medical Center will lead...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dietary Cook & Aide
  • South Texas
  • San Antonio, TX
  • ** Dietary Cook & Aide** **Job Category****:** Food and Nutrition **Requisition Number****:** DIETA008336 Showing 1 loca...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Regional Sales Manager, Hospital (Pacific Northwest)
  • Kate Farms
  • Sacramento, CA
  • ABOUT KATE FARMS Kate Farms is a company with heart. Our company was founded on the belief that good nutrition leads to ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Regional Sales Manager
  • BW-Fusion
  • Now Hiring: Regional Sales Manager - Empowering Customer Success in the Agriculture Industry (Chemicals and Biology) Are...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Chef - Food & Nutrition
  • Community Health System
  • Dothan, AL
  • Job Description Flowers Hospital - Caring for you as Family Status: Full Time, Permanent Placement Shift: Shifts may var...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SCHOOL NUTRITION MANAGER
  • Craven County School District
  • New Bern, NC
  • Craven County Schools School Nutrition Manager Position Description Position: School Nutrition Manager Reports to: Direc...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Nutrition Director jobs
$98,973 to $127,789

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Nutrition Managers are competent business people who work closely with facility managers and those in procurement roles.
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The School Food and Nutrition Program is operated in accordance with the regulations of the School Breakfast Program and the National School Lunch Act and the regulations of United States Department of Agriculture.  The source of funding for the School Food and Nutrition Program include sales income, federal aid from various sources, State of Georgia, and USDA donated food.
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