Nutrition Assistant, Hospital (3254)

Trinity Health; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Minot, ND is hiring a Nutrition Assistant to support residents by preparing, portioning, and serving meals per prescribed diets and care plans. The role emphasizes safety, hygiene, and accurate meal delivery in a hospital campus setting.

Collaborating with nursing and dietary teams, you will contribute to quality outcomes while following dietary guidelines and infection-control protocols in a long-term care environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write.
• Must be able to follow oral and written directions.
• ServSafe certification is desired and can be offered with employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, and serve meals according to resident diets and textures.
• Keep a clean, sanitary work area following food safety standards.
• Deliver meals to dining areas or rooms with accuracy and courtesy.
• Monitor and restock food, supplies, and equipment for efficient service.
• Communicate diet changes or resident needs to the dietary/nursing staff.
• Participate in ongoing training, quality improvement, and safety practices.

Skills

Read and write

Follow oral/written directions

Customer service

Ability to multitask

Education

ServSafe certification (desired)

Read/write ability

Age 16+

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Trinity Health Hospital Campus & Medical District - Minot, ND 58701

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $15.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Days/Evenings

Job Category: Facilities & General Service

Position Summary

The Nutrition Assistant supports the dietary needs of residents by preparing, portioning, and serving meals in accordance with prescribed diets and individualized care plans. This role helps maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary food service environment while ensuring meals are delivered safely, accurately, and with attention to resident preferences and satisfaction. Working collaboratively with nursing and dietary team members, the Nutrition Assistant contributes to quality outcomes by following established dietary guidelines and safe food-handling practices. This position functions within a supportive, service-focused team environment and models ServiceFirst principles by promoting dignity, respect, and positive interactions with residents, families, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, and serve meals and beverages according to resident diet orders, texture modifications, and individualized preferences.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and well-organized work area by following food safety standards, proper hygiene practices, and departmental procedures.
• Deliver meals to resident dining areas or rooms, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and courteous customer service.
• Monitor and restock food, supplies, and equipment to support efficient meal service and kitchen operations.
• Communicate effectively with dietary and nursing staff regarding diet changes, resident needs, or concerns.
• Participate in ongoing training, quality improvement activities, and safety practices that support regulatory compliance and high-quality nutritional care.

Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• ServSafe desired, but will offer with employment

Educational Requirements

• Able to read and write
• Able to follow oral and written directions
• 16 years of age or older

Experience Requirements

• One year of hospital or previous food service experience is desired, but not required

Special Skills or Training Requirements

• Ability to recognize errors and make adjustments as needed
• Customer Service skills

Physical Requirements

The Nutrition Assistant frequently stands, walks, bends, and reaches during meal preparation, service, and cleanup activities. The role involves carrying meal trays, pushing carts, lifting food items or supplies, and operating kitchen equipment, often requiring moderate physical exertion. Adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity are essential for reading diet orders, portioning food safely, and communicating with residents and team members.

Environmental Requirements

This position works in kitchen and dining environments where exposure to heat, steam, cleaning chemicals, and food-service equipment is common. The role may involve handling hot items, working around sharp utensils, and navigating busy meal service periods. Adherence to infection-control protocols, food-safety procedures, and PPE requirements is essential to ensure resident and staff safety within the long-term care setting.