Performance Nutritionist

PERFORMANCE NUTRITION

CLUB: Seattle Sounders FC

TYPE: Vendor / Contractor

HOURS: Project-based, level of engagement determined by mutual agreement

RATE: $60–$100/hour fees                               

 

SUMMARY

Seattle Sounders FC is seeking a vendor/contractor to provide independent expert performance nutrition consulting services. The vendor/contractor will help shape and advance the club’s nutrition strategies, protocols, and culture. This role is a professional services engagement, not an employment relationship. The vendor/contractor will retain full control over how services are delivered and will operate independently, managing their own business operations, tools, and resources. Vendors/contractors are responsible for their own invoicing, taxes, insurance, licensing, and certifications.

 

SCOPE OF SERVICES

The vendor/contractor will:

• Provide consultation to refine and enhance the club’s nutrition systems and processes.
• Develop and implement advanced nutrition protocols to optimize player recovery, endurance, and performance.
• Offer expert recommendations on the latest research and trends in sports nutrition.
• Assess dietary habits, body composition, and energy balance to inform individualized nutrition strategies.
• Provide tailored meal plan guidance and supplement recommendations based on performance goals and medical considerations.
• Deliver strategic recommendations during training, travel, and competitions to optimize fueling and recovery.
• Partner with staff to align nutrition strategies with broader performance objectives.
• Advise on meal planning and nutrient-dense menu creation for training sessions, games, and travel.
• Offer consultation to promote consistent nutrition practices across the Tacoma Defiance and Academy teams.
• Provide guidance on food and supplement procurement and inventory management.

The vendor/contractor retains full discretion over the methods, tools, and resources used to fulfill these services, provided they align with agreed-upon deliverables.

 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Required:  Personnel providing services pursuant to this contract must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in clinical nutrition, food and nutrition, food science, sports nutrition or related expertise required
• Registered Dietitian credential with licensure in WA State required.
• 2+ years of experience as a Sports Dietitian within a professional, private, or collegiate program
• ISAK Accredited
• Ability to accurately measure and assess body composition
• Knowledge of food service quality and safety practices
• Excellent communication, presentation, and counseling skills
• Excellent time management, organizational, and record keeping abilities

 

Preferred:   Personnel providing services are preferred who have:

• Master's degree in nutrition, food science, or exercise physiology preferred
• Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics preferred
• Multilingual (English/Spanish/Portuguese/French).
• Experience preparing food in a professional kitchen.

 

VENDOR/CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

• The vendor/contractor will provide their own tools, materials, and professional liability insurance.
• Vendor/contractor must maintain all required certifications and business licenses, and comply with federal and state regulations. Such responsibility is solely the vendor/contractor’s.
• Services will be delivered independently and on an as-needed basis, with schedules determined through mutual agreement.
• Personnel providing services must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Washington State.
• No benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions, or paid leave, are provided as part of this engagement.
• Vendor/contractor must provide proof of all required business licenses and registration with the Washington Department of Revenue.

 

COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

This engagement complies with federal and Washington State laws governing independent contractors. The vendor/contractor will operate as a separate business entity, retaining full control over how services are performed and assuming responsibility for their own business operations, including taxes, invoicing, licensing, and insurance.

 

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee is respected, valued and supported. We celebrate our diverse work environment and welcome team members of all backgrounds and perspectives. To that end, if you do not meet every job requirement listed, we still encourage you to apply. We believe your relevant experience and expertise will help us become a high-performing best-in-class workplace for all. Women, gender-nonbinary, people of color, LGBTQIA+ people and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The physical demands reflected in the duties and work environment herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. If you’d like to request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please do so by emailing the People & Culture Team.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

 

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