Nutrition Assistant

On Lok; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

403(b) Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Commuter Benefits

Pet Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Mental Wellness Resources

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Holidays, vacation, sick leave, long‑/

Job summary

On Lok PACE is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to oversee dietary compliance in the kitchen and provide administrative support to the Dietitian & Food Service Manager. You will apply nutrition knowledge to assist with meal preparation, menus, and data collection for care plans.

Responsibilities include supervising a Kitchen Helper, ordering supplies, coordinating diet changes, and conducting weekly QA inspections. Strong organization and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• ServeSafe Certification is required.
• Minimum high school graduate or GED; nutrition background preferred.
• At least 1 year of related experience; prep for special dietary needs.
• Proficient in MS Office and Internet usage.
• Good judgment, ability to work under pressure; leadership, creativity and flexibility.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food per care plan and contractor provided guidelines.
• Oversees Kitchen Helper to ensure timely and correct meal service and cleanliness.
• Assist Dietitian by ordering supplies, printing menus, noting diet changes, data collection.
• Conducts weekly QA/kitchen inspections and supports quality improvements.
• Maintains administrative files and related records.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

ServeSafe Certification

High school diploma/GED

Dietary/ Nutrition background

MS Office/Computer skills

Good judgment under pressure

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

Lift 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

On Lok PACE

We are a non-profit committed to our participants.

On Lok PACE

We are a non-profit committed to our participants.

Dedicated To The Care Of Elders

PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) was developed to answer the many problems around caring for frail seniors. The PACE model is centered on the belief that it is better for the well-being of seniors with chronic care needs and their families to be served in their community whenever possible.

Seniors, their family members, and caregivers face many issues, including transportation to appointments, management of medications, coordination of medical care from different specialists, lack of social interaction, and ability to stay alone at home. On Lok PACE participants receive in home care services and transportation to a On Lok PACE center for primary medical care, social and recreational activities, and other senior care services.

We understand the importance of a system that works together. Your expertise, drive and passion can help us carry out our mission to improve lives and advance healthcare.

Join our team of leaders to begin a rewarding career!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction and supervision of the Dietitian & Food Service Manager, the Nutrition Assistant provides oversight in the kitchen to assure dietary compliance and administrative and project coordination support to the Dietitian & Food Service Manager. He/she applies professional skills, knowledge and judgment to perform a broad range of special diet preparation and administrative duties.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Prepares food provided by contractor to assure proper consistency, texture and food preference according to care plan
• Assigns work to and oversees work of Kitchen Helper to assure that food is provided in a timely and correct manner and kitchen standards for preparation and cleanliness are upheld
• Assist Dietitian by ordering and monitoring supplies, meals and supplements, printing meal cards, preparing menus, notifying appropriate staff of diet changes, and collecting nutrition related data for Dietitian
• Conducts weekly QA/kitchen inspection and assist with implementation of quality improvement plans
• Maintains administrative files and other related records
• Other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS (knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

• ServeSafe Certification
• Minimum High school graduate or general education diploma (GED). Nutrition/Dietetics-related background preferred
• Minimum of one year of related experience preferred with preparation to meet special dietary needs
• Computer proficient in MS Office Suite and using the Internet required
• Good judgment, ability to work under pressure. Demonstrates leadership abilities, creativity and flexibility.
• Strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

On Lok's Employee Benefits include (eligible for any position for 20 hr/wk or more):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retirement Savings Plan 403(b) and Term Life/AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Pet Insurance, and Employee Discount Program
• Mental Wellness Resources and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Holidays (10 per year), vacation time, sick leave, long-term disability insurance, and additional benefits are available.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and state and federal laws (including federal PACE requirements at 42 CFR 460.64(a); 460.68(a), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

On Lok is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, age, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other terms, privileges or benefits of employment please contact Talent ([e-mail]).

Salary: $25.63 - $34.17 per hour