Nutrition Coordinator Jobs
Nutrition Coordinator jobs are open across healthcare systems, schools, community organizations, and food service operations, from entry-level to senior coordinator roles, with specializations in clinical nutrition, community wellness, and dietetic program management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Category: Healthcare Operations
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ New Brunswick
Department: Rutgers Athletic Department
Pay Range: $51,700.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Job Title: Sports Nutrition Ops Coordinator
Location: Main Hospital — New Brunswick
Department Name: Rutgers Athletic Department
Req #: 0000269984
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $51,700.00 — $55,000.00 per year
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Setting the Stage
RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an organized, motivated Sports Nutrition Operations Coordinator to support the daily operations of the sports nutrition program for Rutgers University Intercollegiate Athletics.
In this role, you'll coordinate the operations of central and satellite fueling stations, oversee inventory and purchasing, manage meal procurement, and supervise student and volunteer staff. Working in a fast-paced Division I athletics environment, you'll help ensure student-athletes have consistent access to the nutrition resources that support their training, recovery, and overall performance.
A Typical Day
As a Sports Nutrition Operations Coordinator, you may:
- Direct daily operations of central and satellite fueling stations across Rutgers Athletics facilities
- Coordinate inventory management, purchasing, delivery, stocking, and maintenance of fueling station supplies
- Manage meal procurement, including purchasing, delivery, and ongoing coordination
- Monitor inventory levels and ensure fueling stations are appropriately stocked and organized
- Provide direct supervision and operational guidance to student employees and volunteers
- Assist with managing the sports nutrition fueling station budget and monitoring operational expenses
- Coordinate daily priorities across multiple facilities to support the nutritional needs of student-athletes
- Maintain organized records related to purchasing, inventory, and operational activities
- Work independently to prioritize and complete tasks in a fast-paced collegiate athletics environment
- Collaborate with athletics personnel and other stakeholders to support efficient sports nutrition operations
This Role Might Be For You If...
- You're passionate about supporting collegiate athletics and the nutritional needs of student-athletes
- You have experience in food service, hospitality, inventory management, purchasing, or operations coordination
- You're highly organized and comfortable managing multiple operational priorities across different locations
- You enjoy overseeing daily workflows and ensuring supplies, meals, and resources are available when needed
- You're comfortable providing direction and supervision to student employees and volunteers
- You can work independently, solve problems, and adapt to changing priorities
- You have strong communication skills and enjoy working with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- You understand the importance of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism
- You're flexible and able to meet the time commitments associated with a Division I collegiate athletic program
To Be Considered
Required qualifications:
- Degree and/or advanced training in Food Service, Hospitality Management, or a related field
- Previous experience in inventory management, purchasing, or an operations support role
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Computer literacy, including working knowledge of word processing programs
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information
- Ability to meet the time commitments required of a Division I athletic program
Preferred qualifications:
- ServSafe or comparable food safety certification
Rutgers Athletics Compliance Requirements
Employees in this position must comply with applicable NCAA sports wagering regulations, including restrictions on wagering and sharing confidential athletics-related information.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of Rutgers Athletics' required vetting and compliance onboarding procedures.
Rutgers University utilizes ProhiBet, a third-party monitoring service, to support compliance with NCAA sports wagering regulations. If hired, certain identifying information, including full name, cell phone number, email address, and date of birth, will be shared with ProhiBet for this purpose.
Why RWJBarnabas Health?
At RWJBarnabas Health, we recognize the important connection between nutrition, health, and athletic performance. Through our collaboration with Rutgers Athletics, we support the health and well-being of student-athletes competing at the highest levels of collegiate sports.
As a Sports Nutrition Operations Coordinator, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a Division I athletic program by helping ensure that fueling stations, meal services, and nutritional resources operate efficiently across multiple facilities.
Join a collaborative team where your organizational skills, operational expertise, and commitment to excellence can make a meaningful impact on the student-athlete experience.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Category: Healthcare Operations
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ New Brunswick
Department: Rutgers Athletic Department
Pay Range: $51,700.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Job Title: Sports Nutrition Ops Coordinator
Location: Main Hospital — New Brunswick
Department Name: Rutgers Athletic Department
Req #: 0000269984
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $51,700.00 — $55,000.00 per year
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Setting the Stage
RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an organized, motivated Sports Nutrition Operations Coordinator to support the daily operations of the sports nutrition program for Rutgers University Intercollegiate Athletics.
In this role, you'll coordinate the operations of central and satellite fueling stations, oversee inventory and purchasing, manage meal procurement, and supervise student and volunteer staff. Working in a fast-paced Division I athletics environment, you'll help ensure student-athletes have consistent access to the nutrition resources that support their training, recovery, and overall performance.
A Typical Day
As a Sports Nutrition Operations Coordinator, you may:
- Direct daily operations of central and satellite fueling stations across Rutgers Athletics facilities
- Coordinate inventory management, purchasing, delivery, stocking, and maintenance of fueling station supplies
- Manage meal procurement, including purchasing, delivery, and ongoing coordination
- Monitor inventory levels and ensure fueling stations are appropriately stocked and organized
- Provide direct supervision and operational guidance to student employees and volunteers
- Assist with managing the sports nutrition fueling station budget and monitoring operational expenses
- Coordinate daily priorities across multiple facilities to support the nutritional needs of student-athletes
- Maintain organized records related to purchasing, inventory, and operational activities
- Work independently to prioritize and complete tasks in a fast-paced collegiate athletics environment
- Collaborate with athletics personnel and other stakeholders to support efficient sports nutrition operations
This Role Might Be For You If...
- You're passionate about supporting collegiate athletics and the nutritional needs of student-athletes
- You have experience in food service, hospitality, inventory management, purchasing, or operations coordination
- You're highly organized and comfortable managing multiple operational priorities across different locations
- You enjoy overseeing daily workflows and ensuring supplies, meals, and resources are available when needed
- You're comfortable providing direction and supervision to student employees and volunteers
- You can work independently, solve problems, and adapt to changing priorities
- You have strong communication skills and enjoy working with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- You understand the importance of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism
- You're flexible and able to meet the time commitments associated with a Division I collegiate athletic program
To Be Considered
Required qualifications:
- Degree and/or advanced training in Food Service, Hospitality Management, or a related field
- Previous experience in inventory management, purchasing, or an operations support role
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Computer literacy, including working knowledge of word processing programs
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information
- Ability to meet the time commitments required of a Division I athletic program
Preferred qualifications:
- ServSafe or comparable food safety certification
Rutgers Athletics Compliance Requirements
Employees in this position must comply with applicable NCAA sports wagering regulations, including restrictions on wagering and sharing confidential athletics-related information.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of Rutgers Athletics' required vetting and compliance onboarding procedures.
Rutgers University utilizes ProhiBet, a third-party monitoring service, to support compliance with NCAA sports wagering regulations. If hired, certain identifying information, including full name, cell phone number, email address, and date of birth, will be shared with ProhiBet for this purpose.
Why RWJBarnabas Health?
At RWJBarnabas Health, we recognize the important connection between nutrition, health, and athletic performance. Through our collaboration with Rutgers Athletics, we support the health and well-being of student-athletes competing at the highest levels of collegiate sports.
As a Sports Nutrition Operations Coordinator, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a Division I athletic program by helping ensure that fueling stations, meal services, and nutritional resources operate efficiently across multiple facilities.
Join a collaborative team where your organizational skills, operational expertise, and commitment to excellence can make a meaningful impact on the student-athlete experience.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nutrition coordinator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics, food science, or a related field
- Registered Dietitian credential or eligibility to sit for the RD exam
- Experience developing or managing nutrition education programs or meal plans
- Proficiency with nutrition analysis software such as NutriCalc, Computrition, or similar tools
- Knowledge of federal nutrition program regulations such as USDA meal pattern requirements
- Strong written communication skills for documenting care plans and reporting to administrators
Tips for Your Nutrition Coordinator Job Search
Tailor your resume to the setting
A nutrition coordinator resume for a hospital reads differently than one for a school district or community health program. Highlight the populations you've worked with, the programs you've managed, and any documentation systems or nutrition software you've used in that specific setting.
List credentials in your resume header
Certifications like RD, CDM, CFPP, or state licensure are often hard filters in applicant tracking systems. Put them directly after your name in the header so they clear automated screening before a human ever sees your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists nutrition coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by program type, not just title
Many nutrition coordinator openings are posted under titles like nutrition services manager, food and nutrition coordinator, or dietetic program coordinator. Search those variations to catch roles that match your experience but use a different label in the posting.
Prepare a case-based interview story
Interviewers for nutrition coordinator roles frequently ask you to walk through a program you built, a compliance challenge you solved, or a population you served. Prepare two or three concrete examples with outcomes you can describe in plain numbers, like participation rates or audit results.
Follow up after submitting references
Nutrition coordinator hiring often stalls at the reference check stage because supervisors from clinical or institutional settings are slow to respond. Give your references a heads-up with the job title and employer so they can respond quickly and move your candidacy forward.
Nutrition Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most nutrition coordinators?
The companies hiring the most nutrition coordinators right now include UPMC, Option Care Health, and UC Davis, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, school districts, and community health organizations consistently account for the bulk of postings.
How many nutrition coordinator jobs are remote?
About 60% of nutrition coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles involve in-person program delivery or patient interaction. Sub-areas with the most remote flexibility include nutrition education content development, telehealth coaching coordination, and grant-funded community wellness program administration.
How do you become a nutrition coordinator?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a closely related field, then complete a supervised practice program to qualify for the Registered Dietitian exam. Many employers also accept the Certified Dietary Manager credential for non-clinical settings. Building hands-on experience through internships, school nutrition programs, or community health roles strengthens your candidacy before applying.
Can you get a nutrition coordinator job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level nutrition coordinator roles exist, particularly in school nutrition programs, community health centers, and food bank settings that prioritize education credentials over years of experience. Highlighting your dietetic internship hours, any supervised fieldwork, volunteer nutrition counseling, or program planning coursework can offset a short work history when you're applying to those openings.
What does the nutrition coordinator interview process look like?
Most nutrition coordinator interviews run two to three rounds. The first is typically a phone or video screen with HR covering your credentials and availability. The second is a panel or one-on-one with a clinical or program director who will ask you to walk through a program you managed or a population you served. Some employers add a practical component, such as a brief meal plan review or a short presentation on a nutrition topic.
Where can I find and apply to nutrition coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to nutrition coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your credentials and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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