Nutrition Assistant, Hospital (4642)

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

Job summary

The Nutrition Assistant at Trinity Health Hospital Campus & Medical District in Minot, ND supports residents by preparing, portioning, and serving meals per prescribed diets and care plans. You will maintain a clean, sanitary dining environment and help ensure meals are delivered safely and with resident satisfaction.

Work with nursing and dietary teams, follow dietary guidelines, and apply Safe Food Handling practices in a casual, service-focused setting.

Qualifications

• ServSafe desired, but will offer with employment.
• Able to read and write.
• Able to follow oral and written directions.
• 16 years of age or older.
• One year of hospital or previous food service experience is desired, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, and serve meals according to resident diet orders, texture modifications, and individualized preferences.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and well-organized work area by following food safety standards and hygiene practices.
• Deliver meals to resident dining areas or rooms with accuracy and courtesy.
• Monitor and restock food, supplies, and equipment to support meal service and kitchen operations.
• Communicate with dietary and nursing staff regarding diet changes, resident needs, or concerns.

Skills

Customer Service

Attention to detail

Reading & Writing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Able to read and write

Able to follow oral and written directions

Age 16+

Job description

# Nutrition Assistant, Hospital (4642)Trinity Health Hospital Campus & Medical District - Minot, ND 58701## OverviewSalary Range$15.00 - $21.00 HourlyPosition TypeCasualCategoryFacilities & General Service## Description**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.