Nutritional Health Coach
Company : Natural Grocers
Location : Rock Springs, WY, 82901
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 6 January 2026
Salary Range
USD $23.00/Hr. -Overview
The Job in a Nutshell:
This role requires an outgoing personality and passion for sharing nutrition knowledge and inspiring people to act and achieve their health goals. You’ll wear many hats while working in a fast-paced retail setting conducting classes, private coaching sessions, community outreach, and retail operations (e.g., customer service, stocking shelves, cleaning, etc.). As the store’s nutrition professional, you will act as an educational resource providing science-based nutrition education/training to the store Crew, our customers, and the community. This position is a front-line contributor to the Natural Grocers mission and plays an integral role helping Natural Grocers improve the health and wellbeing of our communities. Through providing free nutrition education and helping people understand why their food choices matter, you will play an important role in Natural Grocers commitment creating a sustainable, Just, regenerative food system where humans, animals, and the earth can thrive.
Natural Grocers is excited to come to the Rock Springs community.Our Grand Opening date is scheduled for April 2026 but is subject to change.We look forward to reviewing your application!Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.12/04/2025
Responsibilities
Main Ingredients:
Qualifications
Recipe for Success:
Maintaining Nutrition Knowledge
This job description is not an employment contract. It does not guarantee a job or that the abovelisted duties are the limit of responsibilities. The job and job description are subject to change withand without notice. Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to them bytheir Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this jobdescription.
Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:
All Crew Members
- Birthday Bonus Pay
- Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually)
- Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
- Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure
- Paid Nutrition Education
- good4u Crew Member Discount
- {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program)
- Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases
- Advancement Opportunities and Career Development
- Health and Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Referral Program
Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance)
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
Diversity Statement
At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.
At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.
Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands:
N = Never
O = Occasional; 1-33% of time
F = Frequent; 34-66% of time
C = Constant; 67-100% of time
Physical Requirements:
- Must have the ability to constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11-20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21-50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry 51-100 lbs. with a team lift.
- Must have the ability to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull 16-100 lbs.
- Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.
- Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.
- Must be able to frequently to reach above chest.
- Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed.
Environmental Requirements:
- Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.
- Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress.
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Frequently asked questions
Locally, certifications in dietetics or integrative nutrition are highly valued for a Nutritional Health Coach role. Credentials that require continuing education hours help demonstrate up-to-date expertise, aligning well with community health standards in Rock Springs and enhancing trust among clients and employers like Natural Grocers.
Balancing nutrition education with retail duties such as stocking shelves and managing customer service demands adaptability. The coach must engage customers effectively while navigating variable foot traffic and seasonal fluctuations common in Rock Springs retail, ensuring both operational efficiency and impactful wellness guidance.
Partnering with local health practitioners, hosting nutrition classes tailored to Wyoming’s dietary preferences, and collaborating with community events can enhance brand presence. Leveraging regional health trends and outdoor lifestyle interests helps build meaningful relationships and positions the coach as a trusted wellness resource locally.
The posted rate of $23.00/hr aligns competitively with national averages for similar roles, considering Rock Springs' cost of living. This wage reflects the multifaceted responsibilities including nutrition education, coaching, and retail operations, making it attractive for professionals seeking growth in the health coaching field.
Expect a dynamic mix of conducting nutrition workshops, providing one-on-one coaching, assisting customers in vitamin aisles, and supporting retail operations like stocking and merchandising. This blend ensures the coach remains a vital educational and operational link within the store’s health-oriented mission.
This role cultivates versatile skills such as public speaking, community engagement, and nutrition expertise, opening pathways to corporate wellness, clinical nutrition management, or holistic health consulting. Experience gained here builds a foundation for leadership or specialization in diverse wellness sectors.
Natural Grocers positions the coach as a frontline educator, delivering free nutrition classes and fostering partnerships with local practitioners. This integration supports the company’s mission of sustainable, equitable food systems and health empowerment tailored specifically to the needs of the Rock Springs community.
Natural Grocers offers unique perks like vitamin bucks store credit and paid nutrition education, creating an enriching environment for health professionals. The company’s strong inclusion values and community focus provide a purposeful platform for coaches passionate about holistic and sustainable wellness.
The position requires frequent lifting up to 20 lbs., standing for extended periods, and occasional computer use for data entry. Physical stamina is essential because the coach balances hands-on retail tasks with active engagement in educational and community outreach activities.
Health and wellness sectors in Rock Springs are expanding due to increased public interest in nutrition. This trend, coupled with Natural Grocers’ market entry, suggests promising opportunities for certified coaches aiming to establish themselves in a community-focused environment with growing health awareness.