Remote Director of Food and Nutrition Jobs
Remote Director of Food and Nutrition jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first health systems, digital nutrition platforms, and distributed food service organizations in healthcare, corporate wellness, and consumer health. Employers hiring remotely right now include IDEA Public Schools, Arizona College, and Option Care Health. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Sodexo is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a full time hybrid position at Community Memorial Hospital, a 28-bed critical access hospital in Hamilton, NY. You will also oversee the clinical program at Crouse Community Center.
$20,000 sign on bonus OR relocation available! Remote work two days per week. Health benefits and paid time off, reimbursement for professional fees, and career growth via Sodexo’s Career Ladder
About the job
You’ll oversee daily nutrition services, drive program excellence, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care. In this position, you’ll ensure regulatory compliance, manage clinical operations, and support both team development and client satisfaction while making a meaningful impact on health outcomes.
Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.
Pay Range: $74290 per year - $96140 per year
What’s in it for you
- Lead daily clinical nutrition operations for a large account, system, or multiple contracts, overseeing both non-exempt and entry-level professional staff.
- Ensure high levels of customer and client satisfaction by directing program execution and maintaining strong relationships.
- Implement operating standards, manage budgets, and drive quality improvement initiatives across departments.
- Promote best practices by staying current with nutrition research, trends, policies, and certifications.
- Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Sodexo and client policies.
- Support business growth by contributing to new service development and participating in strategic initiatives or special projects.
What you’ll bring
- Leadership experience in managing daily clinical nutrition operations and guiding teams to meet performance, budgetary, and patient care goals.
- Relationship-building skills to foster client satisfaction and effective collaboration across departments.
- Proven track record in implementing and sustaining quality improvement initiatives that enhance clinical outcomes.
- In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation standards, with a commitment to full compliance.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to support program development, drive innovation, and communicate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Requirements
- Education Requirement:
- Master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or related field with required coursework and supervised practice per ACEND guidelines
- OR, for those eligible prior to 1/1/2024: Bachelor’s degree meeting ACEND requirements.
- Management Experience: 1-2 years
- Related Experience: 1-3 years
- Credentials Requirement:
- Meets eligibility for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) via CDR and will become registered within 120 days of hire
- Must meet state licensure/certification requirements at time of hire where applicable.
What we offer
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
Who we are
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
Sodexo is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a full time hybrid position at Community Memorial Hospital, a 28-bed critical access hospital in Hamilton, NY. You will also oversee the clinical program at Crouse Community Center.
$20,000 sign on bonus OR relocation available! Remote work two days per week. Health benefits and paid time off, reimbursement for professional fees, and career growth via Sodexo’s Career Ladder
About the job
You’ll oversee daily nutrition services, drive program excellence, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care. In this position, you’ll ensure regulatory compliance, manage clinical operations, and support both team development and client satisfaction while making a meaningful impact on health outcomes.
Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.
Pay Range: $74290 per year - $96140 per year
What’s in it for you
- Lead daily clinical nutrition operations for a large account, system, or multiple contracts, overseeing both non-exempt and entry-level professional staff.
- Ensure high levels of customer and client satisfaction by directing program execution and maintaining strong relationships.
- Implement operating standards, manage budgets, and drive quality improvement initiatives across departments.
- Promote best practices by staying current with nutrition research, trends, policies, and certifications.
- Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Sodexo and client policies.
- Support business growth by contributing to new service development and participating in strategic initiatives or special projects.
What you’ll bring
- Leadership experience in managing daily clinical nutrition operations and guiding teams to meet performance, budgetary, and patient care goals.
- Relationship-building skills to foster client satisfaction and effective collaboration across departments.
- Proven track record in implementing and sustaining quality improvement initiatives that enhance clinical outcomes.
- In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation standards, with a commitment to full compliance.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to support program development, drive innovation, and communicate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Requirements
- Education Requirement:
- Master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or related field with required coursework and supervised practice per ACEND guidelines
- OR, for those eligible prior to 1/1/2024: Bachelor’s degree meeting ACEND requirements.
- Management Experience: 1-2 years
- Related Experience: 1-3 years
- Credentials Requirement:
- Meets eligibility for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) via CDR and will become registered within 120 days of hire
- Must meet state licensure/certification requirements at time of hire where applicable.
What we offer
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
Who we are
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Science & Research
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote director of food and nutrition jobs.
- Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or food service management
- Minimum five years of progressive food and nutrition leadership experience in a healthcare or institutional setting
- Working knowledge of CMS Conditions of Participation and Joint Commission food service standards
- Demonstrated budget management experience including food cost, labor cost, and vendor contract oversight
- Proficiency with diet office software and electronic health record systems used in clinical nutrition documentation
Tips for Your Remote Director of Food and Nutrition Job Search
Prove your remote leadership style upfront
Add a brief section to your resume or cover letter describing how you've led nutrition programs, managed dietitian teams, or coordinated with facilities across multiple locations without daily in-person presence. Remote employers want evidence you can direct operations asynchronously from day one.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote director of food and nutrition openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly. Applying in the first few days of a posting improves your visibility before the applicant pool grows.
Highlight async communication tools you use
Name the platforms you rely on to run nutrition programs remotely, such as project management software, clinical documentation systems, or video conferencing tools for interdisciplinary rounds. Remote employers in healthcare and food service hire directors who already operate fluently in distributed environments.
Quantify program outcomes in your materials
Remote hiring managers can't observe your day-to-day leadership, so your resume needs to do that work. Lead with measurable results like reduced malnutrition rates, improved patient satisfaction scores, cost savings from menu redesigns, or successful regulatory compliance outcomes across multiple sites.
Remote Director of Food and Nutrition Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote director of food and nutrition job?
Target companies that already operate distributed teams, such as telehealth platforms, national food service management firms, and digital wellness companies, since they have established remote workflows for senior nutrition leaders. Remote employers screen for strong async written communication, self-directed project management, and the ability to oversee clinical nutrition programs, budget cycles, and interdisciplinary teams without in-person oversight. Demonstrating outcomes from previous leadership roles, such as improved patient nutrition metrics or successful menu standardization projects, gives your application a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote director of food and nutritions?
Employers currently hiring remote director of food and nutritions include IDEA Public Schools, Arizona College, and Option Care Health, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be remote-first health systems, national food service contractors, and distributed corporate wellness organizations operating across multiple sites or regions.
Can you get a remote director of food and nutrition job with no experience?
Yes, but remote director of food and nutrition roles are senior positions, so pure entry-level remote openings are rare. Your strongest path is building a portfolio of clinical nutrition management, program leadership, or food service operations projects, even from academic or volunteer settings. Remote employers also value demonstrated async communication and independent decision-making, so showcasing those in your application can open doors before formal director-level experience accumulates.
Do you need a degree for remote director of food and nutrition jobs?
Usually, yes, since most remote director of food and nutrition roles require at minimum a bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics, food science, or a related field, and many employers expect a registered dietitian credential. That said, remote employers weigh demonstrated program outcomes, clinical leadership experience, and results-driven work alongside formal credentials, so a strong record of managing nutrition programs can strengthen an application even when your degree field is adjacent rather than exact.
Which industries hire the most remote director of food and nutritions?
Remote director of food and nutrition roles concentrate in Science & Research, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire director of food and nutritions remotely because their operations are distributed across multiple facilities, regions, or digital platforms, making centralized on-site leadership impractical.
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