ABOUT US

The Colorado Rockies Baseball Club is embracing the climb, committed to building a championship-caliber organization on the field, in the clubhouse, and throughout our business operations. Playing at altitude presents unique competitive challenges and opportunities, and we embrace innovation, collaboration, and evidence-based practices to support elite performance. Rooted in the traditions of America’s pastime, we operate with integrity, service, quality, and trust while striving to create an exceptional experience for our players, staff, and fans.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Major League Performance Dietitian is responsible for leading and delivering the nutrition strategy for the Colorado Rockies Major League team. This role serves as the primary nutrition authority for Major League players, with a strong emphasis on performance fueling, recovery, education, and collaboration with the Club’s culinary partner, FLIK.

This position plays a critical role in supporting athlete performance at altitude and throughout the demands of a full Major League season, including Spring Training and extensive travel. The ideal candidate is a trusted practitioner who can balance hands-on player engagement with vendor partnership, education, and cross-functional collaboration.

This position will be based in Scottsdale, AZ, during Spring Training and Denver, CO, during the regular season, with travel required throughout the season. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Major League Nutrition Leadership

• Lead all aspects of performance nutrition for the Major League roster year-round.
• Develop and execute performance-optimized meal plans tailored to altitude, travel, recovery, and individual player needs.
• Provide individualized nutrition counseling, education, and ongoing support for Major League players.
• Deliver group and individual education sessions focused on fueling, hydration, recovery, body composition, and supplementation (in compliance with MLB policy).
• Conducts nutritional and hydration assessments for Major League players to support peak performance, recovery, and health.

Vendor Management & Culinary Partnership

• Serve as the primary point of contact for FLIK Athletics for all Major League nutrition operations.
• Collaborate with FLIK to design, evaluate, and continuously improve daily clubhouse meals, pre-game and post-game offerings, and special fueling needs.
• Ensure alignment between the Rockies’ nutrition philosophy, performance goals, and vendor execution.
• Partner in menu planning, quality control, and feedback loops with players and staff.

Collaboration & Performance Integration

• Work closely with strength & conditioning, athletic training, medical, and sports science staff to support holistic player performance.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and contribute to broader athlete performance strategies.
• Support rehabilitation and return-to-play nutrition planning as appropriate.

Travel & Seasonal Commitments

• Be present for the full duration of Spring Training in Scottsdale, AZ.
• Travel extensively with the Major League team throughout the regular season and postseason as required.
• Coordinate nutrition logistics for Major League road trips in collaboration with team operations and culinary partners.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Exercise Science, or a related field.
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential, meeting MLB CBA requirements for a Major League Dietitian.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in professional or elite-level sports nutrition.
• Strong knowledge of sports nutrition science, performance fueling, and recovery strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD).
• Master’s degree in Sports Nutrition or related field.
• Professional baseball experience or major league sports.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position requires a high level of flexibility and availability consistent with the demands of a Major League Baseball season, including extended hours, travel, and non-traditional schedules, within a dynamic, performance-driven environment where schedules are fluid, and flexibility is essential to supporting player health, readiness, and competitive success. Consistent, punctual, and reliable attendance is a key requirement of this role.

• Spring Training (Scottsdale, AZ): Monday through Sunday, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends. Schedule includes daily on-site work, games, and frequent road or day trips to nearby Spring Training facilities.
• Major League Regular Season (Denver, CO & Travel): Monday through Sunday, including home games, road trips, holidays, evenings, and weekends. Extensive travel with the Major League team is required throughout the season, including overnight and multi-city road trips. The game schedule and team needs dictate work hours and may vary significantly week to week.
• Off-Season: Generally Monday through Friday; however, evening and weekend availability is required as needed to support player programming, planning meetings, training oversight, and organizational initiatives.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced professional baseball environment, including clubhouses, training facilities, stadiums, and travel settings.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, particularly during meal service, team activities, meetings, and on-field or facility-based work.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull food items, supplies, and equipment weighing up to approximately 30 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive motions associated with food service setup, organization, and operational tasks.
• Ability to travel frequently by car, plane, and other means, including short-notice and multi-day travel during Spring Training, the championship season, and affiliate visits.
• Ability to work extended hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as dictated by the baseball schedule.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with players, coaches, medical staff, vendors, and clubhouse personnel in both individual and group settings.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including indoor and outdoor facilities and exposure to varying temperatures.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Annual Salary: $80,000 to $95,000

• This full-time position is eligible for the Club’s benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, game tickets, employee discounts, and other benefits according to plan eligibility.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but must be received by January 23, 2026
The estimated time to complete the recruitment process will be 6 weeks

• A note for Colorado Rockies employees:
• Please  apply via the internal job board in UKG by following these prompts: MENU > MYSELF > MY COMPANY > VIEW OPPORTUNITIES > select the position > CONSENT > APPLY NOW
• If you cannot access UKG, please list your most recent Manager as an Employee Reference on your application. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Rockies baseball is for everyone! We pride ourselves on hiring, developing, and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, we will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities in compliance with the ADA. All employment and promotion decisions will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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