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 schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury\'s, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesOverall Purpose of the RoleChartwells are looking for a Nutritionist to join our award-winning team. The role will be covering London and the South East, requiring regular travel between sites. The successful candidate should be a confident user of public transport and road networks. The nutritionist will engage with key stakeholders and will translate complex nutrition information into simple messages relating to food and health. They should be an expert in nutrition with an interest in food allergies, intolerances, and knowledge of legislation around food and nutrition including the Food Information Regulations and School Food Standards.The Nutritionist will have responsibility for the management of medical diet provision which includes:Writing medical diet menus for different allergies, intolerances, and medical conditionsRegular communication with parents, schools, catering teams and medical professionalsAuditing sites Training catering teamsReporting any incidents & working with HSE to investigateKey Responsibilities Attending sites on a weekly basis Delivering nutrition education sessions to a wide variety of audiences Supporting our extensive medical diet procedure throughout the business by: Creating a wide range of medical diet menus for our pupils with food allergies and intolerances.Ensuing FIR regulations are met by providing up to date allergy information in the form of allergy reports. Managing day to day parent, pupil and client queries surrounding medical diets. Manage sensitive pupil allergy information in an organised and auditable manner o Regularly attending parent and client meetings regarding medical diet provision. Maintaining medical diet information throughout our in-house menu management systems. Contributing to ingredient, recipe, and menu development. Deliver medical diet training throughout the business. Review policies and procedures on medical diets.Working closely with catering managers and area managers to promote a joined-up approach to safely providing medical diet meals. Delivering food and wellbeing education sessions to a wide variety of audiences in person and through posters, blogs and website posts Co-write school strategy plans for allergens, education, and sustainability with guidance from central teams alongside nutritionist Provide expert knowledge of legislation around food and nutrition Working closely with in-contract team to provide information required and working in collaboration to meet KPIs of contractBeing a key representative of the company to client and schools.Supporting wider business projects when required.Person Specification Must have an accredited degree (BSc) in Nutrition or other relevant degreeExcellent IT and presentation skills and ability to learn new systems quicklyExcellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to adapt communication to a range of stakeholders including clients, parents, and pupilsExcellent organisation skills with ability to manage a busy inbox and a high volume of workloadConfident in communicating to large groups of people and controlling challenging meetings/conversationsAbility to work under pressure and met deadlinesAbility to work independently and as part of a teamKeen passion for food and wellbeing is essentialExcellent attention to detailConfident public speakerDemonstrates can do attitudePassion for keeping up to date with latest nutrition research and legislationMust be willing to travel and stay away from home occasionally Ability to travel across South East either via car or public transport Desirable1-2 Years work experience in the foodservice and nutrition industry would be welcomed.Experience using nutritional analysis system such as Saffron (or equivalent).Experience delivering educational sessions to young people (Food Technology and/or Nutrition)Must be willing to travel and stay away from homeAbility to quickly gain credibility with key stakeholder groupsProfessional, organised, presentable, efficient and self-motivated.Ability to manage a busy diary independently Key Contacts and Working Relationships Medical Diet Nutritionist SouthSenior Medical Diet NutritionistHead of Nutrition- Technical & ComplianceHead of Nutrition & Sustainability School catering teams Area and regional managers Sector Food & Nutrition TeamAbout UsPart 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/0406/J71101/52742800/SU State SchoolsCompass 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!