Nutrition Assistant (32 Weekly Hrs)

Paradox; Deer River (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

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Benefits package

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Job summary

Essentia Deer River Hospital is seeking a Nutrition Services Assistant to support patient and customer meal service. The role involves food service, food preparation, inventory checks, dishwashing, cleaning, and stocking of service areas, with interaction with customers and cash handling.

You will work 0.8 FTE in a Day/Eve rotation in Minnesota, with weekends and holidays required. The position is union-represented (DRH SEIU) and requires strong teamwork and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Provides high quality and nutritious foods to patients and customers through daily operations.
• Involves food service, food preparation, inventory monitoring, dishwashing, cleaning, and stocking of food service areas.
• Performs setup and service in patient service areas, including interacting with customers and cash handling.

Job description

Building Location:

Essentia Deer River Hospital

Department:

2079820 NUTRITION SERVICES - DEER HOSP

Job Description:

Assists in providing high quality and nutritious foods to patients and customers through a variety of tasks necessary to the daily operation of the facility. This may include food service, food preparation, monitoring inventory, dishwashing tasks, general cleaning, and stocking of food service areas. Performs tasks related to the setup and service in the patient service area, including interacting with customers and cash handling.

FTE:

0.8

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Day

Shift End Time:

Evening

Weekends:

Yes

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Deer River SEIU (DRH SEIU)

Union Posting Deadline:

09/29/2026

Compensation Range:

$15.45 - $22.05Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].