Nutrition Assistant I

Job summary
Participates in and supports all aspects of healthcare food service operations Works with facility staff to provide optimal nutritional care Demonstrates excellent customer service to patients, guests, and staff
Job seniority: entry level
Responsibilities
• Follows healthcare food service industry standards, regulations, guidelines, and procedures • Monitors and maintains food temperatures during cooking, holding, and storage processes • Avoids cross-contamination of foods and adheres to personal hygiene requirements • Maintains proper labeling of food products and ensures storage of food equipment and machinery • Prepares and serves food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements • Maintains knowledge of recipe ingredients to respond to food allergy questions or requests • Follows organizational standards and guidelines for a high-quality patient and customer experience • Ensures proper meal portioning and an aesthetically pleasing presentation • Performs various tasks such as cashiering, serving in the retail area, assembling and delivering patient trays, performing cold food prep, performing utility assignments, performing catering functions, supporting inventory maintenance duties, and performing general cleaning of equipment and work areas
Requirements
• No experience necessary • High School Diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience • Current ServSafe® Allergen and Food Handler Certifications (within the past 12 months) or certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire
Key Skills Needed
• Excellent customer service • Knowledge of healthcare food service industry standards, regulations, guidelines, and procedures • Ability to follow menu and dietary requirements • Ability to respond to food allergy questions or requests • Proper meal portioning and presentation • Cashiering • Food preparation • Cleaning and sanitation
Benefits
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance • Flexible spending accounts • Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft • Adoption Assistance • Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Tuition Assistance for career growth and development • Retirement Programs • Wellness Programs