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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2026-2027 School Nutrition Manager - Full-time

  • Join Delaware Schools Consortium
  • Oakland, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 15 hours ago

True Openings as of 6/1/2026 2026-2027 School Nutrition Manager - Full-time JobID: 35639 Position Type: School Nutrition/ Manager/Assistant Date Posted: 5/21/2026 Location: Laurel Elementary School...

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Supervisor Nutrition

  • Cottage Health
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 2 days ago

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital seeks a Supervisor Nutrition for their SBCH Nutrition department responsible for supervising activities of food production and food distribution including floor...

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Dietetics Assistant Director-Nutrition Svcs-Metropolitan State Hospital-26-196

  • Department of State Hospitals
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics....

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Clinical Nutrition Manager (RD)

  • Prime Healthcare
  • Victorville, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Victorville, CA
  • 5 days ago

Minimum 3-5 years as a Registered Dietitian. Two years experience in the field of nutrition and/or food service management desirable....

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Director of Nutrition Services

  • Coachella Valley Unified
  • Thermal, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Thermal, CA
  • 6 days ago

Coachella Valley Unified School District covers more than 1,200 square miles of mostly rural desert terrain, serving the communities of Coachella, Thermal, Mecca, Oasis, Indio, and the Salton Sea....

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Nutrition Services Manager I - Marina Vista- 6 hours (ServSafe required) 26/27 SY

  • EDJOIN
  • Monterey, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Monterey, CA
  • 10 days ago

Nutrition Services Manager I - Marina Vista- 6 hours (ServSafe required) 26/27 SY at Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Print Application Deadline 6/5/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted...

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Nutrition Services Manager I - Marina Vista- 6 hours (ServSafe required) 26/27 SY

  • Monterey Peninsula Unified
  • Monterey, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Monterey, CA
  • 10 days ago

Welcome to Monterey Peninsula Unified School District! We are nestled in the heart of the Monterey Bay along the Central Coast of California. Consisting of 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools,...

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Nutrition Services Manager II (CACFP)

  • San Bernardino City Unified School District Personnel Commission
  • CA
  • 12 days ago
  • CA
  • 12 days ago

DEFINITION: To plan, organize, assign, and supervise the activities of a comprehensive Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) at various sites; to implement nutrition education programs; to supervise...

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Nutrition Services Manager II (Cacfp)

  • EDJOIN
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 12 days ago

NUTRITION SERVICES MANAGER II (CACFP) at San Bernardino City Unified Print Application Deadline 6/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/20/2026 Contact Tamara Booker ... Number of Openings Not...

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Child Nutrition Services Manager

  • Fallbrook Union High School District
  • Fallbrook, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Fallbrook, CA
  • 13 days ago

Fallbrook Union High School District See attachment on original job posting SEE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR ALL DETAILED REQUIREMENTS / THERE WILL BE REQUIRED TESTING FOR THIS POSITION. Any combination...

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Field Supervisor: Nutrition Services (2026-27)

  • Nutrition Services
  • Oakland, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 14 days ago

Field Supervisor: Nutrition Services (2026-27) Oakland Unified School District Nutrition Services - Oakland, California This job is also posted in Oakland Unified School District Job Details Job...

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Supervisor of Nutrition Services

  • Fullerton Elementary
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 14 days ago

Active status as a registered dietitian is preferred....

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Associate Director/Clinical Nutrition Manager

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Lake Forest, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA
  • 14 days ago

Morrison Healthcare Position Title: Associate Director/Clinical Nutrition Manager Salary: $90,000-$115,000 Requirement: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist & IL State License Job Details: This role is...

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Child Nutrition Supervisor I

  • State of California
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 days ago

education Experience working in a community nutrition-related program Provide exceptional customer service Ability to interpret state and federal regulations Create and develop resource tools and trainings...

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Child Nutrition Supervisor

  • Department of Social Services
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 16 days ago

We are seeking a collaborative and motivated leader who is passionate about nutrition education, technical assistance, staff development, and program integrity....

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Salary for Nutrition Manager Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Nutrition Managers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.6%
Master's Degree
35.7%
Associate's Degree
6.3%
High School or GED
5.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Some College
0.5%
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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