Sports Nutrition Operations Coordinator

Job Title: Sports Nutrition Ops Coordinator

Location: Main Hospital — New Brunswick

Department Name: Rutgers Athletic Department

Req #: 0000269984

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $51,700.00 — $55,000.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Setting the Stage

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an organized, motivated Sports Nutrition Operations Coordinator to support the daily operations of the sports nutrition program for Rutgers University Intercollegiate Athletics.

In this role, you'll coordinate the operations of central and satellite fueling stations, oversee inventory and purchasing, manage meal procurement, and supervise student and volunteer staff. Working in a fast-paced Division I athletics environment, you'll help ensure student-athletes have consistent access to the nutrition resources that support their training, recovery, and overall performance.

A Typical Day

As a Sports Nutrition Operations Coordinator, you may:

• Direct daily operations of central and satellite fueling stations across Rutgers Athletics facilities
• Coordinate inventory management, purchasing, delivery, stocking, and maintenance of fueling station supplies
• Manage meal procurement, including purchasing, delivery, and ongoing coordination
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure fueling stations are appropriately stocked and organized
• Provide direct supervision and operational guidance to student employees and volunteers
• Assist with managing the sports nutrition fueling station budget and monitoring operational expenses
• Coordinate daily priorities across multiple facilities to support the nutritional needs of student-athletes
• Maintain organized records related to purchasing, inventory, and operational activities
• Work independently to prioritize and complete tasks in a fast-paced collegiate athletics environment
• Collaborate with athletics personnel and other stakeholders to support efficient sports nutrition operations

This Role Might Be For You If...

• You're passionate about supporting collegiate athletics and the nutritional needs of student-athletes
• You have experience in food service, hospitality, inventory management, purchasing, or operations coordination
• You're highly organized and comfortable managing multiple operational priorities across different locations
• You enjoy overseeing daily workflows and ensuring supplies, meals, and resources are available when needed
• You're comfortable providing direction and supervision to student employees and volunteers
• You can work independently, solve problems, and adapt to changing priorities
• You have strong communication skills and enjoy working with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• You understand the importance of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism
• You're flexible and able to meet the time commitments associated with a Division I collegiate athletic program

To Be Considered

Required qualifications:

• Degree and/or advanced training in Food Service, Hospitality Management, or a related field
• Previous experience in inventory management, purchasing, or an operations support role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Computer literacy, including working knowledge of word processing programs
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information
• Ability to meet the time commitments required of a Division I athletic program

Preferred qualifications:

• ServSafe or comparable food safety certification

Rutgers Athletics Compliance Requirements

Employees in this position must comply with applicable NCAA sports wagering regulations, including restrictions on wagering and sharing confidential athletics-related information.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of Rutgers Athletics' required vetting and compliance onboarding procedures.

Rutgers University utilizes ProhiBet, a third-party monitoring service, to support compliance with NCAA sports wagering regulations. If hired, certain identifying information, including full name, cell phone number, email address, and date of birth, will be shared with ProhiBet for this purpose.

Why RWJBarnabas Health?

At RWJBarnabas Health, we recognize the important connection between nutrition, health, and athletic performance. Through our collaboration with Rutgers Athletics, we support the health and well-being of student-athletes competing at the highest levels of collegiate sports.

As a Sports Nutrition Operations Coordinator, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a Division I athletic program by helping ensure that fueling stations, meal services, and nutritional resources operate efficiently across multiple facilities.

Join a collaborative team where your organizational skills, operational expertise, and commitment to excellence can make a meaningful impact on the student-athlete experience.