Meal Service & Nutrition Support Specialist

Salem Health; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem Health is seeking a Nutrition Services Associate at Salem Hospital in Salem, Oregon. You will deliver meals, assist with the menu, and support food safety while collaborating with nurses and kitchen staff to meet patient dietary needs. The role is per diem, non-exempt, with shifts during business hours.

This position emphasizes patient-facing service, teamwork, and reliability in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Certified Food Handlers card due within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to operate a computer and navigate standard software.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with multiple demands.
• Adhere to proper food handling techniques.
• Willingness to work in other areas or on other projects as needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meals following standard procedures with patient safety and hygiene.
• Assist patients with the room service menu and dietary restrictions.
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and coworkers to improve patient experience.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff, clinicians, nurses, and call center teams to meet dietary needs.
• Perform walking-intensive meal delivery and supply runs.
• Assist in kitchen tasks between delivery times to support operations.
• Support training and orientation of new team members and suggest process improvements.

Skills

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Food safety

Job description

Salem Health is seeking a Nutrition Services Associate at Salem Hospital in Salem, Oregon. You will deliver meals, assist with the menu, and support food safety while collaborating with nurses and kitchen staff to meet patient dietary needs. The role is per diem, non-exempt, with shifts during business hours.

This position emphasizes patient-facing service, teamwork, and reliability in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and patient satisfaction.