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Nutritionists in a commercial restaurant perform various functions, such as:
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Develop and supervise the menu, ensuring the variety and quality of food.
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Control stock and purchase of food, considering nutritional criteria. Supervise food preparation, ensuring compliance with good handling practices.
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Orient employees on hygiene, food safety, and proper food handling.
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Provide nutritional counseling to customers, offering healthy and adequate options according to their needs.
The presence of a nutritionist in a commercial restaurant brings benefits such as:
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Ensuring balanced and healthy meals, promoting health and preventing diseases.
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Meeting customer demands and dietary restrictions, such as allergies, intolerances, or specific diets.
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Ensuring quality and food safety, avoiding contamination and health problems.
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Contributing to customer satisfaction by offering options that meet their nutritional expectations.
In Brazil, the presence of nutritionists in commercial restaurants is not mandatory by law, but it is recommended by the National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) to ensure the safety and quality of the food served. It is mandatory to have a Technical Responsible, a role that is skillfully performed by nutritionists. In addition, some states and municipalities have specific legislation that requires the presence of nutritionists in certain establishments.
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