Choices Market in Parksville currently has a unique part-time professional opportunity for a Registered Holistic Nutritionist to support our customers with nutrition education.
Responsibilities of this position include:
- Engaging with customers and responding to questions in a caring and professional manner
- Conducting Nutrition Tours Choices Market customers
- Provide one to one nutrition tours to all new Choices Markets employees
- Monitoring email: responding to tour requests preparing weekly updates (time commitment of 30-60 minutes per shift)
- Providing support for online seminars and events (location specific)
- Hosting in-person and online seminars
- Building relationships with community members and partners and seeking out new relationships with partners in the wellness space
- Innovate new nutrition programs and projects
- Contribute nutrition content to the monthly Choices Market newsletter (as required)
- Attend and participate in relevant events on behalf of Choices Market
- Contribute to additional projects and support Nutrition Operations Manager (as required)
The ideal applicant:
- Is passionate about food and nutrition, and is aware of current recommendations and trends
- Holds a Registered Holistic Nutritionist (RHN or CNP) designation. Completion of a BSc (Bachelor of Science) is considered an asset but is not required
- Has outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Is comfortable connecting with people and is motivated to help others
- Able to collaborate and function as a productive team member
- Is outgoing and able to take initiative
- Has excellent critical thinking skills and has proven research skills
- Has good computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
- Is willing and able to stand on their feet for the duration of a shift
Applicants will be required to work a variety of shifts, including some evenings and weekends.
Retail experience is an asset.
