Senior Medical Diet Nutritionist

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Job Introduction

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Car or Car Allowance
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

Senior Medical Diet Nutritionist within Chartwells will be responsible for the day-to-day management of medical diet provision across Chartwells. They will have direct management of the Chartwells Medical Diet Nutritionists and will oversee the contract Medical Diet Coordinators through dotted line management. In addition to day-to-day management of medical diets they will strategically develop our approach to medical diets across all sectors of Chartwells for the future and lead on any future projects directly related to medical diet provision. The role will be a highly visible one supporting a team as well as operators, parents and clients where required. This role is responsible for reacting appropriately to the challenges we face in these areas and regularly assessing the process to ensure we are meeting the needs of the business overall. The Senior Medical Diet Nutritionist will report directly into the Head of Technical and Compliance supporting other business needs where required.

This is a national role with travel throughout the UK. This is a national role with travel throughout the UK.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Overall responsibility for Chartwells day to day operation of medical diets
• Support HSE teams on ensuring Chartwells comply to existing and new allergy legislation e.g. FIR and Natasha's Law
• Lead the development of Chartwells medical diet function and strive for an inclusive menu offer for children and students with allergies or intolerances
• Evidence and evaluate the uptake and provision of medical diets across our business
• Report and measure incident rates and create action plans to minimise risk
• Work with counterparts in other Compass markets (internationally) to share best practice
• Ensure medical diets is considered at all stages of Food Development process from ingredients to recipes
• Lead training programmes across the business of allergens and intolerances
• Responsible for reviewing policies and procedures on a regular basis and amending where necessary
• Manage the communication with parents, local authorities and NHS departments on the provision of medical dietary requirements.
• Enhance our medical dietary provision and find innovative ingredients, methods, systems to ensure we are market leaders

Person Specification

• Degree or qualification in Food Safety, Nutrition, Allergens, Technical or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years' experience within the industry
• Food safety experience in foodservice (desired)
• Knowledge and experience of food allergies and intolerances
• Demonstrates strong leadership skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage high workload
• Ability to solve problems finding resolve for all stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to quickly gain credibility with key stakeholders
• Team management

Key Contacts and Working Relationships

• Chartwells Leadership Team
• Head of Technical & Compliance
• Chartwells Nutrition Team
• Marketing and Foodservice Teams
• HSE Teams
• FoodBuy
• Business Directors
• Regional & Area Managers
• Clients
• Parents

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Job Reference: com/2810/378200/52692188/SU

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive?because diversity is our strength!