Dietary Aide: Patient Meal Prep & Service

CommonSpirit Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 2,985,000 - 4,437,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support food service for patients and staff. You will prepare and deliver meals, assist with food prep, and maintain cleanliness in a safe environment. Interacting with patients about dietary needs is a key part of the role.

Successful candidates will have strong attention to detail, knowledge of food safety, and excellent customer service. This position supports quality dining experiences across our health system.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of Food Service or Customer Service experience.
• Food Handler Permit: WA, within 30 days of hire.
• High School Diploma or GED required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver meal trays to patients and staff.
• Assist with food preparation and maintain cleanliness.
• Ensure food safety, proper labeling, and storage per regulations and guidelines.
• Interact with patients regarding dietary needs.
• May assist in cashiering, serving in retail areas, and inventory duties.

Skills

Food safety

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

High School GED

Tools

Food Handler Permit (WA)

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support food service for patients and staff. You will prepare and deliver meals, assist with food prep, and maintain cleanliness in a safe environment. Interacting with patients about dietary needs is a key part of the role.

Successful candidates will have strong attention to detail, knowledge of food safety, and excellent customer service. This position supports quality dining experiences across our health system.