Food Allergy & Inclusive Nutrition Programs Manager

Company: Stanford University
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Food Allergy & Inclusive Nutrition Programs ManagerABOUT STANFORD UNIVERSITY AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES:Stanford University, located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Since its opening in 1891, Stanford has been dedicated to finding solutions to big challenges and to preparing students for leadership in a complex world.Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE), the largest auxiliary organization at Stanford University, supports the academic mission of the University by providing high-quality services to students and other members of the university community. The department has an annual operating budget of over $350M, operates 24/7/365, and oversees a $3B asset portfolio comprising a 7 million sq. ft. physical plant across the campus. In autumn quarter of the 2021-22 academic year, R&DE will return to providing housing for over 13,000 students and dependents, serving meals at 17 dining halls, 12 retail locations, and operating athletic concessions and conference operations. Additionally, R&DE comprises 900 FTE staff in the following divisions: Student Housing Operations, Stanford Dining, Stanford Hospitality & Auxiliaries, Stanford Conferences, Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects, and a team of R&DE strategic business partners: Finance & Administration, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Strategic Communications."Students (Customers) First" is the mantra of R&DE and our strategic goals reflect our commitment to delivering quality and excellence to our constituents every day. In R&DE, "Excellence is defined by aligning our strategic goals and performance with our vision."This role is currently designated as hybrid and may provide incumbents with flexibility for partial telecommuting.JOB PURPOSE:Apply the principles of nutrition to the human diet in research, dining hall, student community, classroom or individual settings. Serve as a dietary resource to support the creation and implementation of nutritional programs and clinical research.CORE DUTIES*:

• Plan and design meals for individuals and student populations to ensure nutritional standards are met.
• Plan, design, implement and oversee dietary interventions and assessment activities, and document changes against baseline.
• Provide nutritional education and/or counseling to research participants, chefs, students participating in health-education classes and students with nutritional needs.
• Develop programs to meet individual needs and nutritional goals.
• Participate in cross-campus teams, panels, committees and working groups engaged in health education programs.
• May supervise other professional staff.
• Evaluate and analyze data, document individual and program results in accordance with federal and state requirements, and review documents maintained by subordinate staff.
• Identify and resolve complex nutritional-related problems associated with the delivery of inclusive nutrition programs, from development and implementation through documentation of results.
• Work with students, faculty, staff and guests to assess dietary needs and provide appropriate dining accommodations.
• Manage and provide oversight of all ingredients, allergen, and dietary data in Eatec and Stanford Dining menu and labeling system, ensuring that menu, ingredient, allergen and dietary information is accurately communicated on menus, labels, and online.
• Oversee dietary accommodations and meal coordination for students in the COVID-19 isolation meal delivery system (MDS). Maintain accurate ingredient, allergen, and dietary information for MDS menus.
• Represent the Eat Well @Stanford and Food Allergies @Stanford programs to campus and non-campus stakeholders, acting as primary liaison for these programs and providing campus-wide leadership in advancing healthy and inclusive nutrition programs for students.* - Other duties may also be assignedMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree (preferred) in clinical nutrition, food and nutrition, health sciences, or related discipline and five years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Demonstrated ability to convey nutritional concepts to individuals of varying ages and cultural backgrounds.
• Verbal skills to conduct interviews and present nutritional concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information (verbal and written) with tact and diplomacy.
• Written English skills to document nutritional assessments.
• Ability to assess individual nutritional needs based on age, weight, physical activity, and general health.Certifications and Licenses:
• Current Registered Dietitian Certificate.
• Registered Dietitian and member of the American Dietetic Association.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
• Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, sit, and grasp lightly/fine manipulation, writing by hand.
• Occasionally stand/walk, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach/work above shoulders, grasp forcefully.WORK STANDARDS:
• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, .The expected pay range for this position is $100,000 to $115,000 per annum or ($48.07-$55.28 / hour).Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.Why Stanford is for You:Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enriches the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more.The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.Consistent with its obligations under the law, the university will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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