Nutrition Assistant I

Dignity Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center in Los Angeles seeks a Nutrition Assistant to support high-quality patient meals. You will prepare and deliver meal trays, assist with food preparation, and maintain clean, safe work areas.

You will respond to dietary needs, monitor temperatures, prevent cross-contamination, and ensure accurate portions and presentation to support a positive dining experience for patients and staff.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire.
• High School GED General Studies, upon hire.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and serve patient and staff meals.
• Prepare and deliver meal trays; assist with food preparation.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and adhere to food safety standards.
• Respond to patient dietary requests and allergies.
• Monitor food temperatures and prevent cross-contamination.

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As a Nutrition Assistant, you will assist in delivering high-quality, safe, and efficient food services to patients and staff.

Every day, you will prepare and deliver meal trays, assist with food preparation, maintain cleanliness, ensure food safety compliance, and interact with patients regarding dietary needs.

To be successful, you will demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, strong food safety knowledge, and excellent customer service, contributing to a positive dining experience.

• Follows healthcare foodservice industry standards, regulations, guidelines and procedures including monitoring and maintaining food temperatures during cooking, holding, and storage processes. Avoids cross-contamination of foods and adheres to personal hygiene requirements. Maintains proper labeling of food products and ensures storage of food equipment and machinery per regulations & facility guidelines.
• Prepares and serves food within guidelines of menu & dietary requirements using required kitchen utensils and equipment. Maintains knowledge of recipe ingredients to respond to food allergy questions or requests.
• Follows organizational standards and guidelines for a high-quality patient and customer experience. Ensures proper meal portioning and an aesthetically pleasing presentation

This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Job Requirements

• High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or
• High School GED General Studies, upon hire or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1955, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care and women’s health. It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley.

Additionally, Northridge Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and has been recognized as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$25.00 - $25.24 /hour