Title: Nutrition Assistant
Lexington, KY, US, 40526
Position Summary:
Join the UK Dining team to support health and wellness initiatives across UK’s campus. As a Nutrition Assistant, you’ll work closely with the Registered Dietitian to promote evidence-based nutrition education, outreach, and engagement.This position offers a dynamic opportunity to gain experience across multiple dietetics concentrations, including community nutrition, foodservice, wellness promotion, and sports nutrition.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design research-based educational materials using Canva for social media platforms
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Plan and schedule semester-long social media content, including captions and post timing
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Assist in Health & Wellness pop-ups
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Assist in developing health & wellness promotional items (e.g., t-shirts, giveaways)
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Create and deliver nutrition presentations to student groups and campus organizations
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Provide accurate, evidence-based nutrition information to Greek life, athletics, and the general student body
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Develop and perform cooking demonstrations tailored to college students, shared in-person and/or on socialmedia
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Collaborate with marketing on projects, campaigns, and content creation
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Contribute to the planning and execution of UK Dining nutrition events
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Conduct research to support campus dietitians in food, nutrition, and health & wellness
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Other duties as assigned to support the goals of UK Dining
Required Qualifications:
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Currently pursuing a degree in Dietetics
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Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team
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Strong organizational and time-management skills
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Comfortable presenting to small and large groups
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Flexible schedule availability
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Demonstrated initiative and a willingness to lear
Preferred Qualities or Skills:
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Strong leadership and communication skills
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Positive, professional attitude
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Motivation to step outside your comfort zone and take on new challenges
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Interest in health promotion, nutrition education, and campus engagement
Nearest Major Market: Lexington