Dietitian

Food Service Dietitian (Level 1/2)
Permanent Part Time – 0.5 FTE
Northern Beaches Hospital – Frenchs Forest

An exciting opportunity exists for a food service dietitian to join the Nutrition Department at the Northern Beaches Hospital (NBH). NBH is an outstanding facility with a large range of quality services provided by exceptional allied health teams, midwives, nurses, doctors and staff. 

You will make an impact by helping to improve the food service at Northern Beaches Hospital and will also work collaboratively with the NBH Nutrition and Dietetics Department.

We currently have the opportunity for an enthusiastic Dietitian to join our Allied Health team. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to experience a varied caseload including gastrointestinal surgery, general medical, ICU, cardiac and orthopaedics.

As a Dietitian your responsibilities will include:

Knowledge required:

• Nutrient requirements for individuals and groups and nutritional content of foods including diet specifications, food guides and associated policies, guidelines and standards

• Food legislation, regulation and standards including food labelling, food safety and allergen regulations and HACCP1

• Principles of foods and food preparation including recipe documentation and standardisation

• Food service process including menu ordering via electronic systems, procurement, preparation, meal assembly and distribution

• Methods to collect and analyse qualitative and/or quantitative data to identify, audit and monitor food service and/or nutrition issues

Selection Criteria:

1. Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent that meets the requirements for full membership of the Dietitians Association of Australia
2. Previous experience in food service dietetics including coding, menu development and evaluation is desirable
3. Demonstrated ability to complete quality improvement projects and/or demonstrated project management skills
4. Demonstrated ability to work independently and also as part of a team
5. Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and ability to advocate to all key stakeholders in food service provision
6. Demonstrated ability to prioritise and manage workload demands, meet deadlines and complete activities within scope of practice.

Applications close: 6th February 2026

For further enquiries: Lorinda Saleh, Dietetics Manager, 9105 5029

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. Please include a cover letter and a CV along with the contact details of 2 professional referees.

In late April 2026, Northern Beaches Hospital will transition from Healthscope to the NSW Health public network.  Further information on the transition - and what it means for your potential employment, benefits and career pathway - will be shared during the recruitment and onboarding process.