Sports Nutrition Assistant

Built upon our storied legacy, we win on and off the field by intentionally uniting our players, alumni, teammates, and guests. We strive to create meaningful relationships and deliver a world class experience in all interactions. It is our shared responsibility to ensure that the greatness of the Raiders is in its future.

Under the director of the Performance Nutrition Director, the Sports Nutrition Assistant will provide support in a broad range of functional areas pertaining to the nutrition of the athletes.

Essential Job Functions

• Manage Fuel Station through inventorying, purchasing and stocking nutritional supplies/supplements.
• Player, coach and staff nutrition management/counseling: Assess [incl. body composition], design, implement and evaluate nutrition/hydration strategies and interventions.
• Work in partnership with hotel/stadium teams to produce pre/post-game and travel meals.
• Development of nutrition education resources and presentations for players, coaches and staff.
• Provide players with hydration/fuel during games/practices.
• Develop/manage individual/group culinary systems.
• Execute hydration testing protocols.
• Evaluate dietary strategies/supplements using latest scientific research to ensure player safety.
• Other duties as assigned by Performance Nutrition Director in collaboration with sports medicine/strength & conditioning/culinary teams.

Qualifications:

• Must be a licensed registered dietitian.
• Must have valid drivers’ license to drive.
• Experience in food service and/or restaurant and hospitality industries.
• Must be available to work extended hours including night, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work as an integral part of the sports nutrition team.
• Experience in Infographic Development (Adobe Suite) preferred.
• Willing to live in Las Vegas during the term of employment.

Physical Aspects of Position (includes but are not limited to):

• Frequent walking, standing for long periods of time, sitting and stair climbing
• Occasional bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling
• Occasional lifting and carrying up to 75lbs

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