Nutrition Assistant II

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Enumclaw (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Nutrition Assistant II to support food service for patients, staff, and guests at St. Elizabeth Hospital. You will prepare meals per dietary guidelines, ensure safe handling, and assist with diet coordination in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Requirements include at least one year of food service experience and the WA Food Handler Permit within 30 days. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for delivering high-quality nutrition care.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of Food Service Experience.
• Food Handler Permit (WA) within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals following dietary guidelines and menu requirements.
• Monitor food temperatures and sanitation to prevent cross‑contamination.
• Operate electronic diet office software to manage patient meal tallies.
• Explain basic therapeutic diets to patients and families.
• Navigate electronic health records to ensure accurate meal delivery.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Nutrition Assistant II, you will play a vital role in our healthcare food service operations by ensuring patients receive optimal nutritional care. You will be responsible for maintaining therapeutic meal compliance by following diet manuals and spreadsheets, while providing exceptional customer service to patients, staff, and guests. This position is perfect for a detail-oriented professional who excels at providing high-quality food presentation and managing dietary requirements in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Every day you will prepare and serve meals according to specific dietary guidelines and menu requirements, ensuring that all food handling adheres to safety and sanitation regulations. Your daily tasks will include monitoring food temperatures, avoiding cross-contamination, and operating electronic diet office software to manage patient meal tallies. You will also interact with patients and families to explain basic therapeutic diets, collect food preferences, and navigate electronic health records to ensure accurate, timely meal delivery.

To be successful in this role, you will bring at least one year of experience in food service and a commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism. You must possess or be able to obtain a WA Food Handler Permit within 30 days of hire. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will collaborate with the clinical support team and provide service recovery efforts when necessary. If you are a team player with a passion for nutrition and patient satisfaction, we invite you to join our dedicated team at St. Elizabeth Hospital.

Job Requirements

Required

One (1) year of Food Service Experience and

Food Handler Permit: WA (FHP:WA) within 30 days

Preferred

High School Graduate General Studies or High School GED General Studies and

Customer Service Experience

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$23.29 - $37.43 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.