Overview

Job ID 37722256
Category Food Service Operations
Organization Auxiliary Services
Department Dining Services
Location Main Campus - UCR
Salary $57,700 - $99,300
Date Posted July 17, 2026
Application Deadline Open Until Filled
Schedule 8AM - 5PM
Full/Part Time Full-time(100%)
Level of Supervision General Supervision
Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff
Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No

Position Information

UC Riverside's Dining Services is recruiting for a Dietitian. The full salary range for the Dietitian is $57,700 - $99,300 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $78,500 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.The Dietitian plays a critical role in upholding the quality, safety, and nutritional integrity of all food services provided by Dining and Hospitality Services. Collaborating closely with culinary, operational, and administrative teams, the Dietitian ensures that menus and meals served across campus align with established dietary guidelines, food safety regulations, and the evolving wellness goals of a diverse student body. Core responsibilities include guiding the development of balanced, inclusive, and allergen-conscious menus; ensuring regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal nutrition standards; and leading initiatives that promote healthy eating habits within the campus community. The Dietitian also oversees nutrition labeling and communication efforts, supports the ongoing training of dining staff on nutrition-related topics, conducts regular audits of dining facilities for compliance and quality assurance, and offers one-on-one consultations for students with special dietary needs, including food allergies, intolerances, medical conditions, and religious or lifestyle-based dietary preferences. By integrating nutrition science with hospitality best practices, this role directly contributes to a safe, satisfying, and health-focused dining experience for all campus patrons.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree	Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.	Required
Advanced degree in a related field.	Preferred
Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics.	Preferred

Conditions

Condition	Requirement
Continuing education in related field.	Preferred

Experience Requirements

Experience	Requirement
Experience with individualized nutrition counseling.	Required
Experience with menu planning and ensuring compliance with dietary requirements (e.g., allergies, cultural needs, age groups).	Required
Experience with nutritional analysis.	Required
4 - 7 years of related experience.	Required
Prior experience in culinary food service operations.	Required
Experience with tools for data tracking, reporting, and health assessments.	Preferred
Experience in organizing events, training staff, or managing nutrition-related projects.	Preferred
Experience designing, implementing, and evaluating nutrition programs.	Preferred
Experience creating meal plans.	Preferred
Experience coordinating with staff, volunteers, vendors, and healthcare professionals.	Preferred
Experience working within the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).	Preferred

License Requirements

License	Requirement
May be required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.	Required
Registered Dietitian - Must posses active and valid Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential or similar credential.	Required

Certification Requirements

Certification	Requirement
Must take and pass AllerTrain manager-level, gluten-free and food allergy training course, within the first year of employment.	Required
Must take and pass annually the Department of Social Services CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program) training course.	Required
CCC certification with the American Culinary Federation or equivalent.	Preferred

Special Conditions

Special Condition	Requirement
Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.	Required
Must successfully complete a background check prior to appointment start date.	Required
​Occasional evening and weekend work.	Required

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview