Nutritionist (m/f/d) - Maternity Cover 7-12 months

Chenot Palace Weggis is the new Health Wellness Retreat in Switzerland and also the flagship of the globally active Chenot Group. For almost 50 years, the company has specialised in the areas of health, wellness and luxury hotels. The core approach of our Health Wellness is based on the application of the famous Chenot Method®, which, in synergy with the Chenot diet, stimulates body and mind to detoxify and activate the self-healing powers. At Chenot, we practise Classical Western medicine as well as Chinese medicine.

Located at the foot of the Swiss Alps and directly on Lake Lucerne, the Chenot Palace in Weggis has 97 rooms and suites, a restaurant and a tea lounge. The medical spa covers an area of 5,000m² and is equipped with state-of-the-art technology to support the Chenot Detox programmes.

Become now a part of our young, dynamic and international team.

Qualifications & Competences

• Bachelor Degree or postgraduate diploma in the area of nutrition, food science and dietetics
• 3 years of experience as clinical dietician
• English Language — speaking, understanding, reading, writing at advanced level, any other language is an advantage
• Ability to use computer software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Power point
• Be proficient in the use of highly complex dietary analysis software
• Ability to use nutritional tools such as calorimeters, bioelectric impedance machines, skinfold calipers
• Minimum of satisfactory completion of clinical placements as student dietitian during training
• Experience of working in the area of health promotion and chronic disease management
• Experience of multidisciplinary working
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• Understanding of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests
• Understanding of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, and coordination of people and resources
• Understanding of the role of teamwork in providing quality services
• Experience in maintaining patients records at an acceptable standard for audit purposes

Tasks & Challenges

• Undertake dietetic assessments of referred client taking into account medical, social, cultural and psychological factors (client's profile)
• Calculate nutritional requirements of the client based on the interpretation of heredity, anthropometry, biochemistry, clinical condition and other physical parameters
• Determine, prescribe and plan the appropriate dietetic treatment to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease
• Provide nutrition and dietary advice based on current evidence and appropriate to the client's profile
• Counsel clients on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life. Communicate this complex and sensitive information in an understandable form to clients
• Consult with medical doctors to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of clients and make recommendations regarding the adaptation of medication that may interfere with nutrient or drug absorption
• Monitor client's condition and progress during the period of stay and revaluate diet as necessary. Report back to the referring medical doctor
• Keep accurate written records of the clinical interventions, the advise given and the outcome decisions taken
• Develop and prepare manuals, visual aids, course outlines and other materials used in teaching
• Plan and conduct training courses in dietetics and nutrition and organize cooking courses with the assistance of the hotel chef and catering staff
• Plan and conduct guest conferences on nutrition
• Assist our guests and help service team with your knowledge during lunch in the hotel restaurant
• Maintain confidentiality and impartiality
• Maintain professional development and an up to date knowledge in seeking to improve the quality of services provided to the clients
• Keep up to date with the nutritional developments in the food industry and science
• Provide dietetic advice to the multidisciplinary teams of the spa through attendance and participation in meetings
• Practice clinical excellence by carrying out evidence based practice and the development of standards, policies and guidelines within this area of work

Opportunities & Perspectives

We offer you a new challenge in an internationally active company with continuous growth. The focus is on health, well-being and a luxurious ambience for our guests. You can play a decisive role in shaping the company's success and make an active contribution to building a global brand. You will benefit from personal and professional development as well as various benefits such as discounts on tourist leisure activities and other benefits.