Nutrition Assistant I

Dignity Health; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominican Hospital is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to directly interact with patients and visitors while ensuring dining areas are clean, stocked, and meals are prepared according to dietary needs.

You will set up patient trays, maintain sanitized prep areas, and assist with dish collection and cleaning. A strong attention to safety and service is essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED at hire or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up patient trays per menus and dietary requests.
• Sanitize dining areas and maintain food handling cleanliness.
• Portion meals accurately and support team members across food services.
• Collect dishes and assist with kitchen and service area cleaning.
• Interact with patients and visitors to provide comfort and good service.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Nutrition Assistant, you will directly interact with patients and visitors, ensuring all dining areas are safely sanitized, well-stocked, and food is appropriately prepared, taking pride in offering comfort and support.

Every day you will serve nutritious food, meticulously setting up patient trays per menus and requests, including dietary restrictions. You will maintain sanitized food handling areas, accurately portion meals, support team members across food services functions, and manage dish collection and cleaning.

To be successful in this role, you will possess strong knowledge of food preparation and production, enjoy helping others, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating keen attention to detail and a commitment to safety and excellent service.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School graduate upon hire or
• High school GED upon hire or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1941, Dignity Health - Dominican Hospital is a 188-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Santa Cruz, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, orthopedics, and a Family Birthing Center. Additionally, Dominican Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and has been awarded the AMA/ASA's Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital's commitment to providing the best stroke care.

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Pay Range

$46.34 - $46.34 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.