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Abilene, Texas

Campus Dietitian- Abilene, TX

DietitianNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Location: We are hiring immediately for a Campus Dietitian position.

  • Address: Abilene Christian University
  • Schedule: Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, some Saturdays.
  • Requirement: RD credentials

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Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

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We are seeking a Campus Dietitian to join our Nutrition Team in Abilene, TX.

Responsibilities

  • Provides nutrition education & training support for the campus community including tabling, lunch & learn sessions, one-on-one counseling, etc.
  • Implements Chartwells Higher Education wellness programming
  • Coordinates with the dining management team and culinary associates to meet dietary needs for all customers
  • Provides nutrition related training including food allergen training to all associates
  • Assists the management team with menu development and nutrient analysis
  • Collaborates with marketing to ensure appropriate nutrition communication & messaging
  • Operational execution and oversight – hands-on work in dining spaces to serve guests, train associates, audit systems, collaborate with unit leadership, and ensure excellence in operations and culinary services
  • Partner with various campus offices, departments, and organizations to ensure alignment with university goals and needs

Qualifications

  • Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) or RD Eligible
  • Licensed by the State Dietetics Licensing Board in states where applicable
  • Ability to present information in one-on-one as well group format
  • Experience working with special diets and food allergies
  • ServSafe® Manager Certification a plus
  • Possess the necessary skills to effectively utilize Microsoft applications and nutrient analysis programsThe Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Opportunities for Training and Development
  • Retirement Plan
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease).

Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionCompass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position.

While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

  • Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: info.flclearinghouse.com
  • Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
  • Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

Key Responsibilities

The Campus Dietitian provides nutrition education, counseling, and wellness programming for the campus community. They also collaborate with culinary teams on menu development, nutrient analysis, and food allergen safety training.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Registered Dietitian (RD) or RD eligible, and hold a license from the State Dietetics Licensing Board. Strong communication skills and experience with special diets and food allergies are required.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Public speakingOperational oversight

Dietitian Career Context

Of the 50 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 24% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Compass Group ranks #8 of 11 employers hiring Dietitian on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Clinical Nutrition pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Campus Dietitian- Abilene, TX at Compass Group a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) — ranked against 3,176 active Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Salary Distribution25 jobs · 22 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks18 jobs

401k / retirement match
72% this job
CME allowance
50%
Sign-on bonus
33%
Relocation assistance
11%
Visa sponsorship
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.4
Better work-life than 80% of Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,176 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Abilene

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$237k
Typical market rent
$2,016/mo
Residents’ average commute
16 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
90.4
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Abilene, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Compass Group

Food and Beverage Services
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10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program