Posted on: 10 May 2024
ID 914106

Nutritionist

Nutritionist & Engagement (Pupils & Clients)

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a Nutritionist to join BD Group who will be dedicated to support special dietary needs, deliver nutrition education, and ensure compliance with School Food Standards. The nutritionist will be a crucial member of our senior food team, driving evidence-based decisions to align nutrition with our catering strategy. Join us in promoting healthier eating habits and student well-being.

About Us

BD Group was created by the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham to create positive economic, environmental and social change. We are facilities services company, providing a range of services for public and private sector clients currently across London and the Southeast, but with aspirations to broaden our geographies over time. Our mission is to help communities live, work and grow to fulfil their potential through the delivery of safe, high-quality services based on our unique understanding of local needs.

Duties

The Nutritionist will play vital role in supporting the business's special dietary needs, conducting on-site training and audits on allergen management, and delivering nutrition lessons to students while ensuring compliance with School Food Standards. The responsibilities extend to developing and delivering nutrition education sessions for students aged 4 and above, including virtual and pre-recorded sessions. Working closely with and reporting to the Head of Service & Head of Food, overseeing the nutritional needs across the group's schools, dedicating a minimum of 2-3 days per week during term-time to engage with students and school staff. During school holidays, the focus will shift to project-based work and planning. As a key member of the senior food team, the role will be providing evidence-based information to guide business decisions on nutrition, aligning with the company's catering strategy.

Qualifications & Experience
  • Registered (RNutr) or Associate Registered (ANutr) Nutritionist, or Registered Dietitian.
  • English and Maths qualification.
  • Full clean UK driving Licence.
  • It is essential that you have a natural passion for nutritional wellbeing and experience at a similar level within the Foodservice sector.
  • Working in a fast-paced, creative environment, you will need to have sound science-based knowledge and have the ability to interpret, present and communicate this within the education setting.
  • A natural love for food innovation, cooking, and wellbeing.
  • A confident and articulate way of communicating with a flair for building strong relationships with customers and colleagues.
Working Arrangements
  • Working pattern: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday (Typically core hours will range from 7am till 3.30pm).
  • Number of working weeks: 52 weeks (Annual leave to be taken during school half term).
  • Location: Our Head Office is based in Dagenham East this role will require regular attendance at our head office and multiple sites we operate in (London/Essex).
Benefits

In addition to an attractive salary, our benefits package includes:

Heart Hub rewards, perks & benefits platform!

Private Medical Insurance

Group Life Assurance

Competitive Salaries

Pension Scheme

Paid Holidays from 21-26 days

Family Friendly Policies making work-life balance achievable

Health & wellbeing support including an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Career development and training

Great offices & local amenities including our Lab Caf

Free parking @ The Cube

A GREAT TEAM!

To Apply

If you are keen to be considered for this opportunity to join a great team, please click 'apply' below to submit your CV and outline relevant skills and experience via the application form. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so if you are keen to be considered for this role, please apply as soon as possible and do not wait until the closing date.
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