Nutrition Manager Jobs in California

A Nutrition Manager in the nutrition industry oversees the planning and implementation of nutritional programs and dietary services offered by an organization. They are responsible for ensuring that all food service operations comply with industry standards and regulations. Key tasks include creating and maintaining dietary menus, managing budgets, procuring food and supplies, supervising staff, providing nutrition education, and ensuring patient or customer satisfaction. They strive to improve the nutritional health of clients and work closely with dietitians and other healthcare professionals to achieve this goal.

Essential skills for a Nutrition Manager include strong leadership, excellent communication, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of nutritional science and dietary needs. They should also have a good grasp of food service management systems, budgeting, and procurement processes. Key qualifications typically include a bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field, and certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS). Some nutrition managers may also hold a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential. Prior roles that can lead to becoming a Nutrition Manager include Nutrition Assistant, Clinical Dietitian, or Food Service Supervisor.

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Clinical Nutrition Manager

  • Pasadena, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Pasadena, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Sodexo is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a Clinical Nutrition Manager position at Huntington Hospital, a 620-bed acute hospital located in Pasadena, CA....

Assistant Director, Nutrition Services - Promotional

  • Orange, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 1 day ago

Active status as a Registered Dietitian is preferred....

For more information about this position, go to the pdf file here Child Nutrition Manager I-...52.pdf...

Mgr, Nutrition Care II

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Provides medical nutrition therapy to include screening, assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring, evaluation, and the resident plan of care Advises the dining department...

Assistant Director, Nutrition Services - Promotional

  • Fullerton, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 4 days ago

Active status as a Registered Dietitian is preferred....

DIRECTOR of NUTRITION SERVICES (ALAMEDA FAIRMONT HOSPITAL) SAN LEANDRO CA

  • San Leandro, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA
  • 4 days ago

The company is a division of Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 17,000 professional food service team members. Job Summary Job Summary: The Sr....

Regional Dietitian Manager-Central Valley & Northern CA Markets

  • Modesto, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 5 days ago

Education : Current Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) certification showing proof registered with Commission on Dietetic Registration....

Registered Dietitian Nutrition Manager

  • Corona, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Corona, CA
  • 6 days ago

The Registered Dietitian Nutrition Manager will report to the Director of Nutritional Services and oversee a team of culinary and nutrition professionals....

Director of Nutrition Systems I

  • Torrance, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 8 days ago

strategies to implement innovative programs which lead to optimal clinical nutrition and financial outcomes + Oversees or conducts the evaluation of clinical nutrition teams according to departmental...

Director of Nutrition Systems I

  • Torrance, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 9 days ago

to implement innovative programs which lead to optimal clinical nutrition and financial outcomes Oversees or conducts the evaluation of clinical nutrition teams according to departmental policy Monitors...

Clinical Nutrition Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 10 days ago

Job Summary We are seeking a Clinical Nutrition Manager to lead our Nutrition Team in an (Acute Care / Senior Living) setting....

Registered Dietitian Nutrition Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 days ago

This isnt your average clinical nutrition departmentthe Registered Dietitian Nutrition Manager will lead a team serving a diverse patient population, including behavioral health, med-surg/tele, and...

School Nutrition Manager

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 11 days ago

Position Type: Nutrition Services/ School Nutrition Manager Date Posted: 6/5/2025 Location: All sites Date Available: 07/01/2025 Closing Date: 06/18/2025    SCHOOL NUTRITION MANAGER (2025-2026...

Operations Manager, Nutrition Services

  • Riverside, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 13 days ago

Experience in a K-12 school district child nutrition program is preferred....

Supervisor Nutrition Services

  • Northridge, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Northridge, CA
  • 13 days ago

Responsibilities Are you a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) looking for a rewarding opportunity to provide essential care and support to patients? We invite you to...

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Salary for Nutrition Manager Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Nutrition Managers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.8%
Master's Degree
35.4%
Associate's Degree
6.4%
High School or GED
5.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.6%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nutrition Managers in California
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%



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